PARSIPPANY — Flash flooding, wind storms, blizzards, and power outages have wreaked havoc in our township over the years, and we remember the wrath of Hurricanes Irene and Sandy. In fact, we have had a Federal Disaster each of the past four years.
Would you know what to do to protect yourself and your family in a disaster?
Mayor James Barberio and the Office of Emergency Management invite you to a FREE disaster preparedness training class, beginning in April. The program is called the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and is a FEMA-approved project.
Classes will run weekly on four Wednesday nights beginning Wednesday, April 20, culminating in a practical exercise. Students will receive training in Fire, Emergency Medical operations, disaster psychology, Terrorism, Light rescue, CERT organization, and disaster preparedness. Classes will run from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. each night.
Students must attend all sessions. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Graduates will be invited to join the Parsippany CERT team. Click here For additional information.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling announced a further enhancement to the Surrogate’s Court operations to provide convenience and ease of use for transactions with her office.
The new credit card application was designed to further enhance the e Probate option for both Probate and Administration of estates at the Morris County Surrogate’s Court.
Surrogate Darling first introduced e Probate in the fall of 2020 allowing clients to file online and complete the process at their convenience from anywhere at any time, not having to travel to her office.
Historically, paying fees by credit or debit card has not been an option for clients who currently pay by cash or check. When filing, online, paper payment methods have slowed the process.
Now, with this new card option, which is made available to those willing to pay a small convenience fee to the vendor with the transaction, the process of probating an estate is faster and more convenient. “Since becoming Surrogate, my focus has been to streamline our practices and bring a more customer-centric approach to our services, providing convenience and ease of use,” said Surrogate Darling.
She went on to say, “I look forward to introducing further enhancements to our processes in the coming months as we continue to pursue our objective of the highest level of customer service and convenience.” For more information on e Probate and the Morris County Surrogate’s office, please click here.
PARSIPPANY — The cocktails were plentiful, hors d’oeuvres were being passed around as over 100 people celebrated during a political fundraiser held at The Mansion in Mountain Lakes, honoring new Parsippany Councilman Frank Neglia.
Carl Burwell, Nick Bronzino, Busines Development Manager, Lincoln 1st Bank, with Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James BarberioParsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Vice-Chairman Dr. Bhagirath Maheta, Courtney Pirone, Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Justin Musella, and Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr.Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Frank Neglia, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio, and Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Detective George TsimpedesJonathan Cohen, Esq. and Delores dePierroMountain Lake residents: John Inglesino, Esq., and Morris County Commissioner Stephen ShawAssemblyman Brian Bergen and Morris County Commissioner Stephen ShawParsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Vice-Chairman Dr. Bhagirath Maheta, Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., Parsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Frank Neglia, Parsippany-Troy Hills Economic Development Secretary Raj Dichpally and Lake Parsippany Resident Danny DesaiMorris County Commissioner Doug Cabana, Karen Kassakian Pascarella, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, and John PascarellaJohnathan Cohen, Esq., with Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Michael dePierro
Councilman Frank Neglia with his wife Sandra NegliaMorris County Clerk Ann Grossi addressed the crowd and introduced all of the dignitariesParsippany-Troy Hills Council President Michael dePierro introduced Councilman Frank NegliaParsippany-Troy Hills Councilman Frank Neglia
Frank was elected to the Council in November of 2021 to fill a four-year term starting on January 1, 2022. Frank has been a Parsippany resident since 1966 and has attended Northvail Elementary School, Brooklawn Junior High School (as it was known then), and Parsippany Hills High School class of 1975.
Frank has his AA from CCM and attended Rutgers, and the University of Maryland obtained numerous Facilities and Fire safety-related certifications in addition to John Jay College of Criminal Justice obtaining a Security Certification. Frank has been actively involved in various activities in town. He was named Rotarian Citizen of the year for the Town of Parsippany 2008 and Lakeland Hills YMCA 2014 Citizens of the Year. Frank was also instrumental in forming various shared services with the Town of Parsippany including the SRO program with Mayor Barberio in 2014 which became a model for many other districts.
Neglia currently works at The Connection for Women and families as Director of Operations and Facilities Management. He previously worked at Weichert Corporation as a Facilities Project Manager. He also worked at the College of Saint Elizabeth as the Director of Facilities and Security which he retired from in 2015 and ExxonMobil Research and Engineering Co which he also retired from in 2000
Frank is married to Sandra and they have five adult children. In addition, they have eight grandchildren.
Frank and Sandra are parishioners of St. Christopher Church for over 35 years.
Frank has been involved in a multitude of activities, elected positions, services, and organizations for the last 35 years.
Here are a few to name:
Board of Education 15 years (last 6 as President)
Served on the ESC Board of Education-An Educational system for Special needs children for 6 years
Chairmen-Township of Parsippany Recreation Advisory Committee for 21 years
President of the Par-Troy West Little League-25 years
Board of Director-Par-Troy West Little League – 33 years
Volunteer as an assistant for the Challenger League, a league devoted to physically and mentally challenged children. 20 years
Served as the 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 + 2003 March of Dimes Logistics/Safety
Chairperson for Eastern Morris County Walk America.
Chapter Chairmen & NYSCA/PAYS Instructor
Easter Seals volunteer
Member of The Parsippany Republic Club
Member Benevolent Order of Sons of Italy
Member BPOE 2078
Member of PTA’s
Member of JDF
Member of American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS)
Member of Industrial Society for Respirator Protection (ISRP)
PARSIPPANY — Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Unit have arrested a gymnastics coach for allegedly taking inappropriate pictures of his students during practices and competitions.
According to authorities, Nicholas Adair, 24, of Lake Hiawatha, was arrested for allegedly manufacturing and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Authorities began investigating Adair back in January for possession of child sexual abuse material after receiving referrals from other law enforcement agencies. During the investigation, detectives discovered Adair was a gymnastics coach for juvenile females and was capturing inappropriate pictures during practices and competitions.
A search warrant was executed on March 30 at Adair’s residence. He was arrested. As a result, detectives seized Adair’s cellphone, which contained multiple files of child sexual abuse material.
Adair is charged with manufacturing and possession of child sexual abuse material. He is detained in the Morris County Jail pending trial.
Anyone who may have been a victim or has any information pertaining to the case is asked to email hitechinformation@njsp.org.
This case is being prosecuted by the New Jersey Division of Criminal Justice.
Editors Note: A complaint or a charge 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 — Lake Parsippany Fire District 3 held its Installation Dinner of Officers on Saturday, April 9 at the Birchwood Manor.
Officers installed were Chief Bill Bilgeshouse, Deputy Chief Matthew Topolewski III, Captain Paul Shannon, and Lieutenants Ken Nolan and Bob Lambert.
Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company District 3 is seeking volunteers. Contact (973) 887-9071. Click here to download an application.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor James Barberio addresses the audience as Jenn Lappine Sikora looks onLieutenant Ken Nolan and his mom Kathy
The mission of Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company, LPVFC, is to protect the lives and property of the people of Lake Parsippany and surrounding communities against fire and other hazards. The firefighters are well trained and drilled in the strategies and tactics of modern-day firefighting. The LPVFC always acts in a professional manner and respects the needs and concerns of property owners.
In 1935, a group of public-spirited citizens recognizing the need for fire protection in Fire District # 3, began taking steps leading to the formation of the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company. This was a difficult task. It was a new community that was experiencing an era of building and expansion.
Early in September 1935, the Fire Company was formally organized. The first elected officers were: President, Mr. F. Henry Williams; Vice-President, Mr. Milton Gibian; Secretary, Mr. Randolph Hamroth; Treasurer, Mr. Edward Flanagan; and Chief, Mr. Frank Sena. Incorporation formalities were approved on November 2, 1935.
Without delay, the members were determined to go ahead. Monies were loaned by some members to purchase some fire equipment and a committee was formed to investigate the possibility of purchasing a used fire truck.
The first fire truck was obtained from the Livingston Fire Company in December 1935. The Morris Plains Fire Association provided fire rings with which to summon members to a fire.
In those early days, the meetings were held in the residences of Mr. Peter Yeager of Kingston Road and Mr. Edward Flanagan of Centerton Drive. The Lake Parsippany Property Owners Association Club House became available for meetings afterward.
The next problem was to obtain a suitable location to house the fire truck. The land was purchased from the New York Daily Mirror and construction was started on the firehouse in August 1936. Within one year after organizing, the Fire Company had through dances, raffles, and the help of generous contributors became a full-fledged fire company.
Shortly after our first anniversary in December 1936 we welcomed one of our most valuable assets: the Ladies Auxiliary of the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company. They performed remarkable work for the firefighters and much of our progress is the result of their continued efforts and support. Words cannot express our sincere gratitude for the many nights they supplied hot coffee in the freezing weather while the members were engaged with firefighting duties we salute the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company Ladies Auxiliary. The passing years have seen continued improvements and the members of the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company have been dedicated to protecting life and property in District # 3 in the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township. In the year 2002, the Lake Parsippany Volunteer Fire Company moved across the street to their new home on Halsey Road. The old firehouse stills continue to serve our community as a substation for the Parsippany Rescue and Recovery Unit.
New neighbors and their families continue to join in the spirit of the “Volunteer” and follow their motto: “NEIGHBOR PROTECTING AND HELPING NEIGHBOR.”
PARSIPPANY — Richard Tuers “Richie”, 88, of Parsippany passed away suddenly on April 5, 2022. A funeral service will be held at Bradley-Braviak Funeral Home, 49 Whippany Road, Whippany, on Monday, April 11 at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Morristown. Relatives and friends are invited to visit on Sunday from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A longtime resident of Parsippany, Richie was born in Morristown and raised in Cedar Knolls. He graduated from Newark Vocational High School. Richie worked his entire career at the Motor and Generator Exchange in Newark. He was a dedicated member and Honorary Chief of the Parsippany Troy Hills District 6 Fire Association for 57 years. An avid gardener, Richie and his wife of 68 years, Betty, enjoyed travel and cruises in the United States and Europe. He was very handy and was always willing to help a friend. If he had what you needed it was all yours for the taking.
Richie was the beloved husband of Betty. He was the loving father of Richard Tuers and his wife Therese, the late Edward Tuers, and Ann Simmons and her husband Bruce. He was the cherished grandfather of Daniel Tuers and wife Melissa, Gregory Tuers and wife Xu, the late Patrick Kennedy, Brian Kennedy and wife Karina Jessica Haas and husband Michael. He is also survived by his great grandchildren, Nathan Tuers, Ezekiel Tuers, Stone Tuers, Sloan Tuers, Charles Hass and Juniper Jo Hass, and dear sister Louise Nodzak. He is predeceased his brother Robert Tuers.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Richies memory may be made to either the Market Street Mission, P.O. Box 1937, Morristown, NJ 07960 or the Make a Wish Foundation.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany resident Mary Luz Londono Amaya died after a year-long cancer battle at St. Clare’s Hospital in Denville on Friday, March 18. She was 37.
Born in Medellin, Colombia, Mary immigrated to South Carolina in 2000 before settling in Lake Hiawatha last year, her obituary says.
Mary worked as a housekeeper at Sussex County Community College.
Survivors include her loving mother, Luz Marina Amaya Flores of Lake Hiawatha; and a dear brother, Jorge Ivan Londono Amaya of Colombia. She was preceded in death by a brother, Claudio Patrice Londono Amaya.
PARSIPPANY — Once again, the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the operation of Catering/Banquet, Restaurant, and Tee House Facilities and Provision of Related Services at the Knoll Country Club.
The bids were taken and opened on March 23, 2022.
The winning bid was awarded to Katina Caterers by Andreas Rotsides.
The Council voted 5-0 to approve an agreement awarding the contract.
Operations will begin as soon as proper licenses are obtained.
PARSIPPANY — The Township Council of the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills will hold an Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, April 5.
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.
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.
PARSIPPANY — Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi joined the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany. Grossi was sponsored by Lt. Governor Frank Cahill.
Lt. Governor Frank Cahill said “Kiwanis is something so good that each of us loves to share it. What better way to show our love for our club and our community than to welcome a new member to our club? Today we’re very pleased to welcome Ann to our club. We welcome Ann to our global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time.”
Grossi, is a former Freeholder and Parsippany councilwoman and has brought the clerk’s office into the modern technological age and has worked to make the office and its service more available, efficient, and visible to the citizens of Morris County. Also, she has created Operation Giveback which provides veterans with a centralized discount directory of more than 300 Morris County merchants.
NJ Kiwanis Lt. Governor Division 9 Frank Cahill places the official membership pin on Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi
After attending the County College of Morris, Ann went on to receive her Bachelor of Arts and Master’s Degree from William Paterson College, and subsequently, attended law school at Seton Hall University, School of Law. After earning her Juris Doctorate, Ann was admitted into the New Jersey Bar, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey, and the New Jersey Supreme Court. In 2013, Ann was selected by the voters as Morris County Clerk. This is a constitutional office, along with the Sheriff and Surrogate. As County Clerk, she oversees five diverse departments and ensures the proper recording of all land records, such as maps, mortgages, deeds, discharges, liens, trade names, judgments, and other related legal documents, processing of U.S. Passport applications, issuing of Veteran, Adult, and Gold Star Parent I.D. Cards, and maintenance of Veterans’ Military Discharge Papers (DD214). She also swears in Notary Publics, oversees all elections and certifies election results, and performs marriage ceremonies.
Ann has a long history of public service and considers herself to be a public servant, not a politician. From 2006 to 2010, she served as a council member in the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills and was selected by her colleagues to serve as their Vice President and President. From 2011to 2013, she served on the Morris County Board of Chosen Freeholders as Chair of the Budget Sub-Committee and as Alternate Commissioner of the Insurance Commission as well as liaison to many other departments and agencies. Ann was also instrumental in developing the County’s Flood Mitigation Program.
The New Jersey District of Kiwanis International currently has 68 active Kiwanis Clubs, with a total of 1395 members. Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany has a total of 72 active members.
During the pandemic, Kiwanis ‘Feeding our Neighbors” has distributed over 478,400 pounds of food, to 12,000 families, and over 23,000 children with a retail value of over $800,000. The next food distribution is scheduled for Saturday, April 30. Any resident that needs food can register at kiwanishelps.org. The registration is 100% confidential and is used to make sure we have enough food at each location. Other locations include Rockaway, Livingston, South Orange, and Maplewood.
“Kiwanis Feeding our Neighbors” was started in December 2019 by Kiwanis Club of Greater Roxbury President Cain Pope and has spread to many Morris County Kiwanis Club and other clubs in New Jersey as far away as Asbury Park, South Orange, Maplewood, Clifton, and Bridgewater.
Kiwanis does not ask for proof of income. The only thing we ask for is name, email address, the town of residence, and the number of children. The information is 100% confidential and is used to make sure we have a sufficient supply of food at each location and for informing the public of future food distributions. We are always looking for donations to support this operation. Click here to make a donation.
“Kiwanis club members believe in service,” said Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany President Connie Keller. “They care about children. They’re interested in the community around them because the community matters to them. They’re people like you. Friends. Neighbors. Volunteers who want to make a difference.”
Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. It is not religious-based or partisan in any way.
Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany supports ten K-Kids clubs, Lake Parsippany Elementary School, Eastlake Elementary School, Intervale School, Mt. Tabor Elementary School, Littleton Elementary School, Lake Hiawatha Elementary School, Troy Hills Elementary School, Northvail Elementary School, Knollwood School, and Rockaway Meadow Elementary School, two builders clubs, Central Middle School and Brooklawn Middle School; two Key Clubs, Parsippany Hills High School and Parsippany High School and one Aktion Club.
