Centenary University Awards Degrees to Morris County Residents

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Centenary University Awards Degrees to Morris County Residents

MORRIS COUNTY — Centenary University awarded degrees to 465 graduates at its 147th  commencement, which was held as three separate in-person ceremonies on the University’s Hackettstown campus. Two of the ceremonies recognized graduates who earned associate and undergraduate degrees, while the third event showcased the academic accomplishments of masters and doctoral graduates.

Graduating from Morris County were:

Budd Lake—Natasha Bonilla, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Finance, summa cum laude; Marisa Ference, Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling; Sarah Lieback, Bachelor of Arts in Education: English; Zachary Mullen, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Accounting and Finance; David Oppis, Bachelor of Arts in Communication: Radio/Television; Rachel Scimeca, Bachelor of Science in Biology, summa cum laude

Denville—Daniel Kim, Master of Business Administration: Finance

Dover—Stacy Calderon, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Jahn Lopez, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Accounting; Cathy Mendoza, Master of Business Administration: Management; Sergio Molina Diaz, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology; Kenneth Pinedo, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Data Analytics

East Hanover—Cheryl Waldrum, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management, summa cum laude

Flanders—Joseph Ertl, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Finance and Accounting, cum laude; Allison Layman, Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling; Christopher Marangon, Doctor of Educational Leadership

Kenvil—Madison Ketch, Bachelor of Social Work

Lake Hopatcong—Tricia Traglia, Master of Arts in Special Education with Certification; Jennifer Turcios, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion: Merchandising

Long Valley—Courtney Isemann, Master of Arts in Special Education with Certification

Netcong—Kora Milligan, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fashion: Design and Merchandising, magna cum laude

Parsippany—Nelson Rodriguez, Master of Business Administration: Management; Brenda Sauer, Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

Randolph—Robert Nostrame, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management, summa cum laude;  Glennis Patterson, Master of Arts in Special Education with Certification; Jaime Walker, Doctor of Educational Leadership

Rockaway—Sean Meidling, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration: Management, magna cum laude;  Ewelina Schneeloch, Master of Business Administration: Management

Succasunna—Jocelyn Barmore, Bachelor of Arts in Education: Liberal Arts, cum laude;  Allison Sawka, Master of Arts in Instruction Leadership; Wendy Vergara, Master of Arts in Educational Leadership; Wendy Weir, Master of Business Administration: Management; Marisa Wilson, Doctor of Educational Leadership

Wharton—Amirah Ibrahim, Bachelor of Arts in Education: Liberal Arts, magna cum laude

ABOUT CENTENARY UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1867 by the Newark Conference of the United Methodist Church, Centenary University’s academic program integrates a solid liberal arts foundation with a strong career orientation. This mix provides an educational experience that prepares students to succeed in the increasingly global and interdependent world. The University’s main campus is located in Hackettstown, with its equestrian facility in Washington Township.

Bergman Partners with BetterSpaces for Workplace Wellness and Tenant Engagement Programming

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Bergman Partners with BetterSpaces for Workplace Wellness and Tenant Engagement Programming

MORRIS COUNTY — Bergman Real Estate Group, a full-service real estate investment and management company based in Woodbridge, New Jersey, today announced the launch of a partnership with “BetterSpaces” to bring workplace wellness and tenant engagement programming to its tenants at select Bergman office properties.

BetterSpaces offers science-backed health, wellness, and fitness programming through building-wide and tenant-level engagements with employees. The programs cover mental health, workplace well-being, physical fitness, personal enrichment, and professional development.

“BetterSpaces helps companies like ours offer more value to our tenants,” said Michael Bergman, CEO, of Bergman Real Estate Group. “We are now able to provide weekly classes and other fun events and activities at our buildings that we feel create a new level of interest and a sense of community for our tenants.”

According to Bergman, BetterSpaces will offer on-site, in-person weekly classes focused on health, fitness, art, and general well-being at the following Bergman properties: Century Campus in Parsippany; Jefferson Exchange in Whippany, 500 College Road East in Princeton, and 7 Giralda Farms in Madison.

In addition, BetterSpaces will be providing quarterly tenant events at these and several other Bergman owned/managed office buildings. And most importantly, all Bergman tenants and their employees at all properties will have access to the BetterSpaces app, which offers 15 live classes per week and a slate of on-demand digital programs that focus on health, wellness, mindfulness, and fitness.

Employee well-being is closely linked to performance at the office. According to BetterSpaces, happy and engaged employees report improved productivity, accuracy, and higher sales than those who feel disconnected from their work. In an environment where the number of disengaged employees is high – more than 8 out of 10 employees report feeling disengaged – a program like BetterSpaces can help support the needs of a workforce emerging from a global pandemic.

“Many employers are thinking of creative ways to offer more to their employees as they return to the office,” Bergman said. “A wellness program like the one we are offering through BetterSpaces is an attractive, exciting, and inviting incentive program that tenants in our properties can enjoy at no cost to them or their employees.”

“People need culture and community now more than ever,” said Keith Angell, co-founder of BetterSpaces. “We’re extremely pleased to be working with Bergman to bring these amenities to its tenants.”

In addition to the new program with BetterSpaces, many Bergman properties offer top-of-the-line amenities to tenants, including game and lounge areas, high-tech conference rooms, state-of-the-art fitness centers, bike-sharing programs, and modern interior and exterior upgrades.

“Our goal at Bergman Real Estate Group is to offer our tenants Class A amenities that keep their employees happy and comfortable,” Bergman said. “The addition of BetterSpaces is a continuation of that mission.”

For more information about the Bergman properties offering BetterSpaces programming click here.

Bergman Real Estate Group is a privately owned, full-service real estate investment and management company. With more than 33 years of history operating in New Jersey and other select markets, Bergman has earned a solid reputation as a reputable and trustworthy owner/manager. The company’s fully integrated platform includes acquisition, ownership, asset and property management, leasing, and construction supervision. Bergman, which has built its success on acquiring and successfully repositioning underperforming properties, currently owns and manages 22 office buildings comprising 2.25 million square feet.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 14

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Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 14

PARSIPPANY — The Township Council of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will hold an Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, June 14.

Regular Township Council Meetings will commence at 7:00 p.m. All meetings will be held on Tuesday evenings.  All meetings will be held in the Municipal Building, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard, Parsippany. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.

Click here to download the agenda.

Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request auxiliary aids such as a sign interpreter or a tape recorder to be used for a meeting. Auxiliary aids must be requested at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Please call (973) 263-4351 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.

Click here to download the 2022 agenda schedule.

Mayor and Council

  • Mayor James R Barberio
  • Councilman Paul Carifi Jr.
  • Councilman Frank Neglia
  • Council President Michael J. dePierro
  • Council Vice-President Loretta Gragnani
  • Councilman Justin Musella

Morris County Sheriff’s Office Swears in Seven New Officers and Investigators

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Morris County Sheriff’s Office Swears in Seven New Officers and Investigators

MORRIS COUNTY — An official swearing-in ceremony presided by Sheriff James M. Gannon saw the new officers take their oath of office, receive their Office identification, and were presented with their commissions of service to the people of Morris County.

Four Sheriff’s officers were sworn in during the ceremony: Officer Benjamin Carroll, Officer Dakota Palmer, Officer Evan Ruggiero, and Officer Nicholas Williams. Also sworn in were three Sheriff’s Investigators. They were Investigator Gunner Nunn, Investigator Ryan Wood, and Investigator Sean Rice.

Sheriff Gannon welcomed all in attendance and congratulated the seven for successfully completing their basic police academy training. He also highlighted the extensive number of supporting law enforcement and community service roles the Sheriff’s Office provides to the people of Morris County. The Sheriff illustrated how this translates to an abundance of opportunities for the newly sworn officers and investigators as they work hard in their new assignments.

The attributes of the new group included military service, volunteer emergency service, various levels of higher education, community service, and experience in other civil service employment. A few of the officers had legacy ties to law enforcement. Sheriff Gannon mentioned how special this family connection is to the “family” of law enforcement professionals. All of the sworn officers and investigators are excited to embark on their new careers.

Accelerant Sales Group Par-Troy Little League Champions … Won 12-2 against Sons of Italy

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Accelerant Sales Group Par-Troy Little League Champions … Won 12-2 against Sons of Italy

PARSIPPANY — Accelerant Sales Group team are Par-Troy Little League Champions, winning 12-2 against Sons of Italy.

3rd row: Coach Brosnan, Coach Ramani, Patrick Donaldson, Neil Bhatt, Robert Frei, and Coach Jack Picado. 2nd row: Patrick Brosnan, Shriraj Ramani, Christopher Roman, Darius Pars, Damon Silva, and Coach Carlos Picado; 1st row Carter Silva, Christian Bouman, and Alex Matacotta.

Accelerant Sales Group is a local business and supports youth sports in Parsippany and Morris Plains

Nancy Pelosi & Mikie Sherrill’s failed leadership is deadly to New Jersey

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Nancy Pelosi & Mikie Sherrill’s failed leadership is deadly to New Jersey
MORRIS COUNTY — Paul DeGroot, the bold, tough-as-nails former Passaic County prosecutor, won a clear victory in the Republican Party primary, securing him the nomination to litigate the failed record of his Democrat incumbent opponent, Rep. Mikie Sherrill, M-Montclair.
“Mikie isn’t just some fun-loving liberal with a big heart who is generous with other people’s money; she is the Biden/Pelosi ever-faithful vote in Congress,” stated Republican Paul DeGroot. “She backed failed pandemic policies that put people’s lives at risk, jeopardized people’s livelihoods, and even fomented violence and lawlessness with her policies.”
“Real lives are on the line in our country. Livelihoods are at stake. It isn’t politics as usual or Sunday morning talk show bickering from the chattering class that will solve our issues. Mikie Sherrill votes with Nancy Pelosi 99% of the time – that means she’s 100% against New Jersey families.”
“I will be an independent conservative voice for the 11th District. I will work to make our communities safe, put an end to the Biden/Pelosi/Sherrill economic turmoil and inflation, and get our New Jersey families back to work. Mikie Sherrill stands with Biden and Pelosi, but I’ll stand with the hard-working New Jerseyans who have been left behind by this Administration’s failed agenda.”
“The campaign’s success through the primary was made possible by my supportive family, dedicated volunteers, and contributors. We have the momentum and Republican party unity behind us to get our country moving in the right direction.”

“Computer Chaos: Keeping Calm While Living in a Digital Age” Presentation at Library

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“Computer Chaos: Keeping Calm While Living in a Digital Age” Presentation at Library

PARSIPPANY — Timothy Berrios, the owner of On-Call Computer Services, LLC, is putting some last-minute touches on the “Lunch and Learn” presentation for the Parsippany-Troy Hills Public Library System and Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce entitled “Computer Chaos: Keeping Calm While Living in a Digital Age.”

Whether you are tech-savvy or still use carrier pigeons, there is something for you to learn!

We hope you will join this free event on Wednesday, June 15 at 12:00 p.m. at the Parsippany Library, 449 Halsey Road.

‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ Unveiled at Hoffman Beach

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‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ Unveiled at Hoffman Beach

PARSIPPANY — Lake Parsippany Book Club members unveiled ‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ on Lakeshore Drive near Hoffman Beach. Ilene Sanford was a very special person. So the club wanted to create something meaningful in her memory.

About 18 years ago a book club was formed in Lake Parsippany. At open houses, they had a little table with a clipboard sign-up sheet and a little invitation that said ‘Ask Us About Book Club.’  Ilene was drawn to that word –  BOOK.  Ilene loved books and enthusiastically signed up!

“The funny thing was, she acquired all the books. They met once a month for 18 years: that’s quite a few books.  BUT…she rarely had time to actually READ a book,” said book club member Christie Hegyi-Gardner.

Michael Sanford places a book in ‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ Photo by Daniel Gardner 

Ilene was BUSY! how could she? She was one busy lady. She was the wife of Bob, mother to sons Paul & Michael. She was also a daughter, sister, and friend. She worked full-time at  Pearson, a publishing house (note the theme of books).

She always volunteers and helps with all sorts of local events at Eastlake Elementary School, Brooklawn Junior High, and Parsippany Hills High School, where her two sons attended.  She attended many Tricky Trays to support local causes. And of course, buying books! She was Busy!

Although not much time to read, she rarely missed a book club gathering. And she usually brought a Diet Pepsi and donuts to share with the group.

She found the time, found a way, even when it became quite a bit harder. She was there. She showed up. Books bring people together.

When the book club was thinking of a way to honor Ilene’s memory, they had a lot of great ideas. They knew it had to involve books – so when they landed on the little library idea, it was a start, but there were still many questions:

What style? What type of material? how big? how to build it? who can build it? Location? Who can access it? How will they pay for it? How do they maintain it?

Dream vs. reality on projects play a big part and as they questioned and discussed the ideas, one of the latest members Meg (who had never met Ilene and only joined recently) happened to hear the idea. She mentioned her friend Marissa was involved with a girl scout troop – Troop 97442 – and they were likely willing to do a project. Bingo! Wonderful!

“The way this all fell into place felt as if it was meant to be. This lake community is special and can come together to do extraordinary things,” said Christie.

Thanks to the wonderful people in the book club for the ideas and enthusiasm.

Thanks to the Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association and Pulkit for support.

Thank you to the Ladies Club for providing funds.

Girl Scout Troop 97442 built ‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ Photo by Daniel Gardner 

Huge Thanks to Troop 97442 for assembling and painting this gift to the community.

To the adult ‘assistants’ Marissa and Craig May, Meg and Joe Mautone,  a heartfelt Thank You.

Very special gratitude to Ilene’s family for sharing her wonderful book collection with Lake Parsippany.

Members joined in the unveiling of ‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’.’ Photo by Daniel Gardner 

We hope that people walk by Ilene’s Sharing Library and that a book sparks their interest and then pass it on and continue to share over and over. No need to bring the book back.  Ilene’s Family and the LPPOA Book Club plan to keep the library stocked.

Continue to share Ilene’s love of books. Ilene would very much approve.

Rest In Peace Ilene Sanford July 19, 1961, to November 2, 2021

The Lake Parsippany Book Club meets to discuss books meets the third Tuesday of the month and is open to everyone. The Book Club is a group of friendly people that share a love of reading. They have informal gatherings in various locations about once a month to chat about our latest selection, as well as various other topics that inevitably arise! Welcome to anyone that loves to read, has an opinion, and can recommend a good book. Click here for more information.

Girl Scouts placing books in ‘Ilene’s Sharing Library’ Photo by Daniel Gardner

 

 

 

Committee Advances Dancer, Dunn Bill Clarifying Disabling Conditions for State Police

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Committee Advances Dancer, Dunn Bill Clarifying Disabling Conditions for State Police

MORRIS COUNTY — A bill, sponsored by Assemblyman Ron Dancer and Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, clarifying disability retirement eligibility for members of the State Police cleared the Assembly State and Local Government Committee on Thursday.

The bill (A1797) would allow State Police Retirement System members to qualify for accidental disability retirement benefits if a work-related traumatic event triggered a preexisting, asymptomatic condition. Currently, members cannot claim to be totally and permanently disabled, either physically or mentally, under such circumstances.

“No one expects that an asymptomatic condition could result in a permanent disability, but trauma can make that happen,” Dancer (R-Ocean) said. “Our State Police members should not be blocked from receiving the appropriate benefits needed due to physical or mental trauma suffered in the line of duty.”

Members who were denied this form of retirement in the previous 10 years can reapply if they initially applied within five years of the event. Approved beneficiaries will receive two-thirds of their annual compensation at the time of that traumatic event. The bill stipulates that the triggering event must have occurred while the member was performing regular duties, and could not have been caused by the member.

“This legislation will ensure the troopers who need this accidental disability benefit have access to it,” Dunn (R-Morris) said. “The families of those public servants should have peace of mind that they will be provided for in the face of unexpected health challenges that force them out of work.”

The bill unanimously passed both houses of the Legislature last session but was pocket vetoed by Gov. Phil Murphy.

Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Donates $4,500 to Parsippany PAL

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Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills Donates $4,500 to Parsippany PAL

PARSIPPANY — The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills presented a donation check in the amount of $4,500 to the Parsippany PAL.

Sam Yodice, Executive Director

“We are pleased and delighted to announce that The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills presented a donation check in the amount of $4,500.00 to the Parsippany PAL,” said Executive Director Sam Yodice. “This morning we hosted a check-presentation and a small ceremony to honor, recognize and thank the wonderful civic and cultural efforts of the Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills” does in our community!

Members joining in the ceremony
The Woman’s Club of Parsippany-Troy Hills is a dynamic group of women of all ages and walks of life committed to volunteerism and service to the community. Our Club is involved in charitable, philanthropic, educational, and recreational activities and has made many contributions to Parsippany and to our state.  The Club works in harmony with the General Federation of Women’s Clubs (GFWC) and the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC).
 
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