PARSIPPANY — Several children from the Glacier Hills Swim Team qualified for the Meet of Champions for the Morris County Summer Swim League on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29. The event was held at Pleasant Valley Park in Basking Ridge for the 12 and Under Swimmers and held in Chester for the 13 and Over Swimmers.
There was a lot of gold, silver, and bronze medals collected by these swimmers in the final meet. A complete list of swimmers and times can be found at the Morris County Summer Swim League by clicking here.
First place – Boys 8 and Under 100 Meter Free Relay – Calum Munn, Tyler Sabatini, Christopher Roman, Neal Spickert-Fulton 1:35.16
Ian Reo set a new meet record in the Boys 13-14 50 Meter Backstroke.
First Place – Boys 13-14 50 Meter Backstroke – Ian Reo 28.68 *New Meet Record
MORRIS COUNTY — Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco, who on Monday called for hearings on NJ Transit’s chronic cancelations and delays with Assemblywoman Nancy Munoz, is optimistic a joint legislative meeting on Thursday will shed light on the problems and possible solutions.
“I have just been informed by the chairman that we will be conducting a hearing next Thursday on NJ Transit and the nightmares facing commuters,” said Bucco (R-Morris). “I look forward to hearing about the causes of these problems and what the solutions might be.”
“There are some tough questions that demand answers from NJ Transit,” Bucco added. “Trains have been canceled and delayed without warning, leaving commuters stranded at stations. Until now, all we have heard from NJ Transit has been one excuse after another while problems have continued to pile up.”
“Commuters don’t know how they are going to get to work, or when they will get home. We’re going to get them some answers,” Bucco said.
MORRIS COUNTY — College scholarships to four Morris County Vocational School District students were announced today by the New Jersey Association of Counties Foundation at an event held at the Morris County Board of Freeholders meeting in Morristown.
From left, Morris County Freeholders Tom Matrangelo, Deborah Smith, Freeholder Director Doug Cabana; MCVSD graduate scholarship recipients Eleanor Turrisi of Wharton, Abhishek Salunia of Parsippany, Noah Whitmore of Denville, and Timothy Formanuk of Lincoln Park; Freeholders Kathy DeFillippo, Heather Darling and John Cesaro. College scholarships to four Morris County Vocational School District students were announced today by the New Jersey Association of Counties Foundation at an event held at the Morris County Board of Freeholders meeting in Morristown.
The scholarships were made possible by generous donations from Investors Bank, NJM Insurance Group and PSEG. Recipients are Timothy Formanuk of Lincoln Park, Abhisheksinh Salunia of Parsippany (Lake Hiawatha), Eleanor Turrisi of Wharton, and Noah Whitmore of Denville.
Morris County Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, NJAC Executive Director John Donnadio and MCVSD Superintendent Scott Moffitt joined representatives from each of the corporate sponsors in presenting checks to the students.
“We are really proud of these outstanding Morris County students who are being honored today with scholarships for their academic excellence and for their involvement in their communities,” said Freeholder Director Doug Cabana. “We also thank NJAC and Investors’ Bank, NJM Insurance Group, and PSEG for their efforts to reward such terrific young men and women from our county.”
Investors Bank Foundation awarded $500 scholarships to Noah Whitmore of Denville and Timothy Formanuk of Lincoln Park. They pose with, from left, Freeholder Director Doug Cabana, Morris County Vocational School Superintendent Scott Moffitt, and NJAC executive director John Donnadio. College scholarships to four Morris County Vocational School District students were announced today by the New Jersey Association of Counties Foundation at an event held at the Morris County Board of Freeholders meeting in Morristown
Timothy Formanuk of Lincoln Park received a $500 scholarship from Investors Bank Foundation. Timothy will attend Rutgers University School of Business in the fall. He graduated from Morris County School of Technology in June with a 4.1 grade point average.
Abhisheksinh Salunia of Lake Hiawatha received an $850 scholarship from PSEG. Abhisheksinh will attend Rutgers University in the fall to pursue studies in ecology, evolution and natural resources. His ultimate career desire is to become a paleontologist.
He graduated from Morris County School of Technology in the spring, after completing an ambitious schedule of honors and AP courses, plus two internships. Superintendent Scott Moffit commented that one of Abhisheksinh’s greatest qualities is his graciousness, steadfastness and willingness to help friends, peers and strangers.
Eleanor Turrisi of Wharton received a $1,750 scholarship from NJM Insurance Group. She will pursue studies in baking and pastry arts at Hudson Community College in the fall. Eleanor is a spring graduate of Morris County Vocational School District.
Noah Whitmore of Denville received a $500 scholarship from Investors Bank Foundation. He is a spring graduate of Morris County School of Technology and will pursue studies in the culinary arts at Rutgers University in the fall. MCST Superintendent Scott Moffit commented that Noah is an extremely hard worker who has been dedicated to his studies at the school.
Investors Bank Foundation presented NJAC with a check for $21,000 for scholarships to county vocational-technical school graduates who will pursue higher education at a county college or state college or university. Two students from each of the state’s 21 counties received the $500 scholarships.
PSEG awarded the foundation a $12,000 grant for county vocational school graduates who plan to continue their education at a New Jersey county or state college to study environmental science, green design, green technology, alternative energy or related subjects. Scholarships for $850 were awarded in each county were PSEG maintains a service territory or generation facility.
NJM Insurance Group presented NJAC with a check for $5,250 for three $1,750 scholarships, which were awarded to a student in each county where the company has headquarters – Morris, Mercer and Atlantic.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Florham Park Police Chief Joseph J. Orlando announce the arrest of David A. Seigerman, 47, a former financial representative of Morgan Stanley and Janney Montgomery Scott, on two counts of Theft by Deception (second degree), stemming from an investigation into an alleged theft of approximately $1,600,000.00 from two New York City residents.
This joint investigation was conducted by the Florham Park Police Department and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. The investigation determined that Seigerman accomplished this alleged theft by creating a fictitious company registered in Florida and convincing the victims to transfer money into the company’s bank account between July 2010, and April 2015. These funds were allegedly and subsequently used by the defendant for his own benefit, including the purchase of a home on Normandy Parkway in Morristown. Seigerman was barred from acting as a broker or otherwise being associated with a broker-dealer firm by the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) in 2016.
Prosecutor Knapp would like to thank Detective Thomas Gallagher of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Financial Crimes Unit and Detective Michael Neilan of the Florham Park Police Department for their hard work and dedication during this investigation.
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 — New Jersey State Police have arrested Hope Mackenzie, 22, Alea Bauer, 23, and Eric Robinson, 22, all of Budd Lake, and seized $650 worth of drugs as the result of a traffic stop.
On Saturday, August 4, at 10:49 p.m., troopers stopped Mackenzie for a traffic violation westbound on Interstate 80 at milepost 46 in Parsippany-Troy Hills, Morris County. During the stop, troopers determined that Mackenzie was under the influence and arrested her for DWI. After further investigation, troopers discovered more than 70 bags of heroin, crack cocaine, hypodermic needles, and drug paraphernalia inside of the vehicle. The passengers, Bauer and Robinson, were then arrested.
Hope Mackenzie, Alea Bauer, and Eric Robinson were charged with possession of heroin, possession of crack cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of hypodermic needles, and criminally under the influence. Mackenzie was also charged with DWI.
Mackenzie, Bauer, and Robinson were released pending a future 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 — Due to the anticipated thunderstorms, tonights concert featuring B Street Band will be held inside at Liquid Church, 299 Webro Road.
The concert starts at 7:30 p.m.
No pets allowed. Seating is provided. No outside food.
The concert is sponsored by Provident Bank and Modera Parsippany.
From the heart of the Jersey shore, “Backstreets” was the first band in the world to do a unique tribute to a live performer. There are now an estimated 14,000 tribute bands following their lead and performing all over the world.
Nearly 5,500 performances and 34 years later, the B-Street Band is still the hardest working tribute band on the circuit, with almost 200 shows per year throughout the country.
PARSIPPANY — A “Feral Cat Workshop” will be featured as part of a Girl Scout Silver Award Project.
The event will take place on Wednesday, August 15 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Bethel, 26 Simpson Avenue, Mount Tabor.
Please park at the post office or the church. The Bethel is just up the fill from the post office (Follow signs).
Help take care of the community by learning how to take care of feral cats.
This workshop is free and open to everyone. In lieu of charging for this event, they ask that you bring donations to the Parsippany Animal Shelter to help take care of animals in need. Parsippany Animal Shelter wish list includes canned cat food, kitten dry food, KMR (kitten milk replacer), baby food (meat flavors), canned tuna, cat dry food, dog dry food, dog pill pockets, clay non-clumping cat litter, large Nyla bones, Kong dog toys (large size), Peanut butter (smooth), bleach, rubbing alcohol, laundry detergent, hand soap, reusable rubber glues (medium and large), disposable latex gloves (medium and large), paper towels, kleenex, trash bags, Batteries (AA, AAA and D), gift cards for Petco or ShopRite.
For more information on the workshop email sue at suzannebadke@gmail.com.
DENVILLE — The Denville Police Department states Tyler was found safe.
Tyler Jase Bautista, 14; Asian male; 5’2″ tall; weight 100 pounds; black, straight hair, last seen wearing a black t-shirt with “Rock & Roll” printed on front, dark blue shorts with a white stripe on the sides and blue sneakers with a red stripe.
Last seen at Morris Catholic High School at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 7.
If you have information that can assist in helping safely locate Tyler, please call 911 or contact the Denville Police at (973) 627-4900 x 9.
PARSIPPANY — Mikie Sherrill joined Senator Cory Booker and Mayors from across New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District outside a home in Parsippany, to speak out against Congress’ tax bill that targets residents in our community and raises our federal tax burden.
Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano
“Parsippany is a community similar to many across the country, but unlike towns in other states, Congress decided to target our residents with a tax bill that limits their ability to deduct their state and local taxes,” said Parsippany Mayor Michael Soriano. “Our homeowners in Parsippany shouldn’t have to pay more in federal tax dollars when we know that money isn’t coming back to fund our schools or repair our roads.”
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Parsippany resident Greg Elbin, NJ-11 Congressional Candidate Mikie Sherrill and Susan Elbin
Woodland Park Mayor Keith Kazmark recently left his post as a Parsippany business administrator in order to take on the same role in the town where he is the Mayor
Mayor Robert Conley, Madison; Michael Soriano, Parsippany; Senator Cory Booker; Congressional Candidate Miki Sherrill; Mayor Keith Kazmark, Woodland Park; and Mayor Tim Doherty, Morristown
“Senator Booker and our Mayors know that what happens in Congress directly impacts the residents in our towns, and they need a partner in Congress who will put our families first,” said congressional candidate Mikie Sherrill. “Assemblyman Jay Webber supports a tax bill that every Member of Congress from North Jersey voted against. It should be easy to speak out against over-taxing our residents, and yet Assemblyman Jay Webber refuses to do. In Congress I will work to restore our state and local tax deduction and bring real tax relief to middle-class families in all our towns.”
Congress funded their tax bill by limiting the ability of our residents to deduct their state and local taxes (SALT). This is particularly harmful in the 11th District, where the average SALT deduction is more than $20,000. And just last week, Congress announced they would raise taxes again by making the cap on the state and local tax deduction permanent. In addition to raising taxes, the cap on SALT will drive down home prices in the district, with Essex County the worst impacted county in the United States, and all four counties in NJ-11 among the top 20.
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PERCENTAGE OF RESIDENTS THAT HAVE PROPERTY TAXES OVER $10,000
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., wants to remind residents there will be a Council Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, August 7. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.
The public is invited to attend all meetings. A portion of each meeting will be set aside for public comment. Formal action may or may not be taken at all scheduled meetings.
Any individual who is a qualified disabled person under the American 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. Please call (973) 263-4357 to make a request for an auxiliary aid.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Council President Paul Carifi, Jr., wants to remind residents there will be a Council Agenda Meeting on Tuesday, August 7. The meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard.