Boy Scout Troop 173 collected over 3,100 food items during food drive

Frank L. Cahill
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Boy Scout Troop 173 collected over 3,100 food items during food drive

PARSIPPANY — Boy Scout Troop 173 of Parsippany reached out to the local community with a food drive for the Parsippany Christian Church’s Food Pantry. Parsippany Christian Church operates a food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. It is open to anyone who needs assistance with food. It is operated solely by the church and does not have an affiliation with any governmental agency.

Troop 173 Scouts collected over 3,100 food items to provide much needed meals for families in need within our community.  We are mindful that there are those who struggle financially to put food on their table. For many years, Troop 173 Scouts have exemplified the Scout oath by taking part in Scouting for Food. We thank the Parsippany community for their generous support. Their efforts help feed hundreds of people in our community.

Community service is an important part of being a Scout; service projects allow our Scouts to develop leadership skills, learn to work as a team and make a direct and positive impact on our community; this year we’ve provided over 650 hours of community service to date.  With over 50 Scouts ranging in age from 11 to 18, Troop 173 is a very active and fun filled troop.  We offer a wide range of activities, learning experiences and community service opportunities for all of our members.   We are a “Family Friendly” Troop that welcomes boys from Parsippany and other near by towns.  If you know of a community organization that might benefit from our help, or would like more information about Troop 173, Click here or email troop173@att.net.

Kiwanis donates to Prevent Child Abuse

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Kiwanis donates to Prevent Child Abuse

PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany donated to Prevent Child Abuse New Jersey at its breakfast meeting of Thursday, April 6.

Pamela Stalcup, Director of Development and Communications, accepts the check from Kiwanis Club President Greg Elbin.

Prevent Child Abuse-New Jersey promotes Great Childhoods, positive parenting and healthy child development. Founded in 1979, all efforts throughout the state are dedicated to preventing child abuse and neglect in all forms for all New Jersey children. We envision a world where every child has a happy, healthy and safe childhood – free of abuse and neglect. They promote Great Childhoods by helping parents to nurture, develop and sustain healthy children; and training professional staff of hundreds of organizations that work with children and families statewide. They hope you’ll join us to create Great Childhoods for all New Jersey children!

For more information on Prevent Child Abuse, click here.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets weekly on Thursday at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46. For more information, click here.

Driver lost control of vehicle, swerves off roadway

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Driver lost control of vehicle, swerves off roadway

PARSIPPANY — Ms. Kimberly Brocker, 25, Lake Hiawatha was traveling south on Lake Shore Drive near the intersection of Minnehaha Boulevard on Tuesday, April 4 at approximately 3:45 p.m.  She attempted to negotiate the curve, and she stated she lost control of the vehicle, a 2004 Red Mercury Sable, struck the curb and ran off the road to the right and struck a utility pole.

There was no damage to the utility pole. She is at fault for unsafe speed due to the wet road conditions.

Her vehicle was towed from the scene by Corigliano Towing.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Patrolman Gregory Bloete investigated the scene.

Kiwanis welcomes new member: David Philipps

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Kiwanis welcomes new member: David Philipps

PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany welcomed new member J. David Philipps at its weekly breakfast meeting held at Empire Diner, on Thursday, April 6.

Kiwanis International is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to changing the world one child and one community at a time. Our members, Kiwanians, are service-minded men and women who are united in their commitment and compassion for others.

Any community need can become a Kiwanis service project, especially the needs of children. Kiwanis service projects range from efforts that help local communities to Kiwanis International’s Worldwide Service Project for the elimination of iodine deficiency disorders.

Kiwanis members dedicate more than 6 million volunteer hours and invest more than $100 million in service projects that strengthen communities and serve children every year.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany ensures that all children have the opportunity to lead healthy, successful lives. They believe that by helping one child, you help the world.

If you are interested in Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, visit their website by clicking here, or join us for breakfast on Thursday mornings at 7:15 a.m. at Empire Diner.

Truck strikes traffic signal; Traffic signal damages windshield of stopped truck

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Truck strikes traffic signal; Traffic signal damages windshield of stopped truck

PARSIPPANY — On Wednesday, March 22, at 7:42 a.m., Mr. Francis Henry, 30, from Canada, was on Parsippany Road making right turn onto Eastmans Road.

He traveled over the curb striking the traffic signal post, removing it from its base. Mr. Michael Rapp, 33, New York, was stopped on Eastmans Road at the intersection of Parsippany Road.

The damaged traffic signal struck Mr. Rapp’s 2016 Hino Truck as it fell to the roadway. The 2016 Hino Truck sustained damage to the front windshield.

Mr. Francis Henry’s vehicle was driven from the scene and Mr. Rapp’s truck was towed from the scene by C & L Towing.

Patrolman Jimmy Michel was the investigating officer. There were no summons issued at the scene.

Mr. Francis Henry hit the traffic signal at Parsippany Road and Eastmans Road
The traffic signal broke the windshield of the 2016 White Hino Truck

Kiwanis Club is planning “Annual Grand Tasting”

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Kiwanis Club is planning “Annual Grand Tasting”

PARSIPPANY — Michael Mulhaul, Chairman of the “Annual Grand Tasting” has announced this years event will be held on Thursday, October 12 at Hanover Manor.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation will be hosting its 21st Annual “Grand Tasting” benefitting Camp Nejeda, serving children with Type 1 Diabetes since 1958, and other charitable projects at the Hanover Manor, 16 Eagle Rock Avenue, East Hanover.

This year, the wine selection will be provided by Joe Canal’s Discount Liquor Outlet, 799 Route 46 East.  Joe Canal’s is known for sizable selection of discount wine, beer and spirits.

There is a very diverse selection of wines from all parts of the world with descriptions, recommendations and ratings available on display at Joe Canal’s
Joe Canal’s is known for sizable selection of discount wine, beer and spirits.
Joe Canal’s is known for sizable selection of discount wine, beer and spirits.

There is a very diverse selection of wines from all parts of the world with descriptions, recommendations and ratings available on display at Joe Canal’s.  This is super helpful and takes the intimidation of selecting wine a breeze for any novice.

Cost for the fun-filled event is only $60.00 per person and includes a Dinner Buffet, Hors d’oeuvres, Coffee, Tea, Desserts, Fine Wines, Craft Beers, Single Malts, Select Spirits, Silent Auction and much more.

Camp Nejeda is fully licensed by the New Jersey Department of Health and accredited by the American Camp Association. ACA accredited camps meet up to 300 standards for health, food service, safety, and program quality.

The Camp Nejeda Foundation subsidizes the cost of camp for all our campers and provides additional financial assistance to approximately 30% of our campers each year. Campership awards range from 20% to 100% support. Most awards are for 100%.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation.

Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany meets at the Empire Diner, 1315 Route 46, each Thursday at 7:15 a.m. for breakfast.

For more information on Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany, click here.

Santiago Wins Roberto Clemente Award

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Santiago Wins Roberto Clemente Award

PARSIPPANY — Dr. Philip Santiago of Lake Hiawatha is the first winner of the Roberto Clemente Sports Chiropractic Award, a prestigious new international award for outstanding voluntary service in sports chiropractic. The award, given by FICS (the Fédération Internationale de Chiropratique du Sport) and the FICS Foundation and sponsored by Logan University, was presented at the FICS Assembly and Symposium in Washington D.C. on March 15 by Roberto Clemente Jr and the presidents of FICS and its Foundation, Dr. Peter Garbutt of Australia and Dr. Sheila Wilson of the USA.

The award is named after one of baseball ‘s most famous stars, the Puerto Rican Roberto Clemente who played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and was National League MVP in 1960, his final season before his tragic death in an airplane accident while delivering aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua. He was a noted philanthropist and an outspoken supporter of chiropractic, which he credited with keeping his career alive.

Dr. Santiago, chosen from 13 final candidates after an international call for nominations, graduate of FDU and the New York Chiropractic College where he serves as Chairman of the Department of Sports Medicine. He is widely recognized as one of the foremost leaders in Chiropractic Sports Medicine and the development and delivery of postgraduate sports chiropractic education, in the USA and internationally.

He has provided extensive voluntary sports chiropractic care to athletes and teams in his own community, nationally and internationally up to and including the Olympic Games, serving on the USOC medical team at the Olympics Games and the USOC Sports Medicine Committee. As Secretary-General of FICS he oversaw sports chiropractic medicine world-wide, including the World Games, Pan American and the Olympic Games. He was the first inductee to the Hall of Fame of NJ Sports Chiropractic Medicine as well in as induction to the national Sports Chiropractic Medicine Hall of Fame.

A former All American and Professional soccer player he served as head men’s soccer coach at NY Institute of Technology and Montclair State University. Locally he serves as Commissioner of the Morris County Sheriffs Crimestoppers as well as having served as Commissioner of Morris County Parks and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the County College of Morris. For further information please contact Christina Davis at cdavis@fics-sport.org.

Easter Bunny Express arrived in Whippany

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Easter Bunny Express arrived in Whippany

MORRIS COUNTY — Celebrate the return of spring with a ride on the Whippany Railway Museum’s 25th Annual “Easter Bunny Express,” a 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland with the Easter Bunny on board on Saturday, April 8; Sunday, April 9 and Saturday, April 15.

During each excursion, the Easter Bunny makes his way through the train and visits with the children on board. The bunny’s helpers follow along, giving the kids a special Easter Gift.

This year, special guests Cinderella and her stepsisters will be along as they help the Easter Bunny welcome spring.

The 10-mile, 45-minute round trip excursion from Whippany to Roseland and return will allow children to learn about and experience the history of New Jersey’s railroad and transportation heritage.

The Whippany Railway Museum’s Easter train is the original excursion of its type in the North Jersey area. Since 1992 the Easter Trains have been complete sell-outs. Passengers can combine the thrill of riding the Springtime Streamliner along with touring the museum site, with its collection of historic railroad locomotives, rolling stock, operating model train layouts and vintage farm tractors.

In addition to the regular coaches that make up the train, make the day extra special by purchasing limited tickets for a nostalgic Easter ride aboard the museum’s elegant 1927-era Central Railroad of New Jersey (CNJ) ‘Club Car’ Jersey Coast.

The car has the look and feel of a private club with individual leather chairs, mahogany interior accented with stained glass, built-in tables and period ceiling fans. The Jersey Coast recalls the 1930’s when the CNJ operated its deluxe coach train, The Blue Comet between Jersey City and Atlantic City. The striking, authentic exterior paint scheme of cream and blue reminds one of a comet streaking through space. It is the only car of its type operating in New Jersey.

Departures are 1:00, 2:00, 3:00 and 4:00 p.m., rain, snow or shine from 1 Railroad Plaza, at the intersection of Route 10 West and Whippany Road.

Train fare is, adult: $14.00; child under 12, $9.00; infants one year and under, free. The fare includes admission to museum building and grounds.

For tickets and more information click here or call (973) 887-8177.

Kiwanis Club Kick Off for Child Abuse Prevention Month

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Kiwanis Club Kick Off for Child Abuse Prevention Month

PARSIPPANY — April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month and throughout the year, Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany encourages all individuals and organizations to play a role in making Parsippany-Troy Hills a better place for children and families. By ensuring that parents have the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to care for their children, we can help prevent child abuse and neglect by making meaningful connections with children, youth and families in our communities. Research shows that protective factors are present in healthy families. Promoting these factors is among the most effective ways to reduce the risk of child abuse and neglect. They are:

  • Nurturing and attachment
  • Knowledge of parenting and of child and youth development
  • Parental resilience
  • Social connections
  • Concrete supports for parents
  • Social and emotional competence of children

“April is a time to celebrate the important role that communities play in protecting children and strengthening families,” said Karen DeChristopher, Co-Director and Committee Chair of Kiwanis Club’s Young Children Priority One (YCPO) service projects. “Everyone’s participation is critical.  Focusing on ways to connect with families is the best thing our community can do to strengthen families and prevent all forms of child abuse”, she continued.

IHOP will be collecting donations for Kiwanis Club and promote the campaign for the month of April as they have for the past three years.

The pinwheels represent our commitment to Great Childhoods – happy and safe – for all children of our community
Co-Director of Young Children Priority One service projects, Nicolas Limanov, Mayor James Barberio, Kiwanis President-Elect Frank Cahill, Co-Director & Committee Chair of YCPO Karen DeChristopher, YCPO Committee member Barbara Lysenko, Robert Peluso, Jr., Council Vice President Robert Peluso and Kiwanis Community Director and YCPO Committee member Carol Tiesi in front of the display at Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building
Nicolas Limanov, Casey Parihk, Karen DeChristopher and Carol Tiesi at the pinwheel display at Parsippany-Troy Hills Municipal Building
Karen DeChristopher at Parsippany Municipal Building placing a pinwheel in the Kiwanis garden display
Frank Cahill in front of Parsippany Municipal Building placing a pinwheel in the Kiwanis garden display
Karen DeChristopher and Mo Abdelhadi in front of the display at IHOP
Council Vice President Robert Peluso, IHOP Manager Jonathan Lemos, Frank Cahill, Karen DeChristopher, Nicolas Limanov and Carol Tiesi at IHOP, 792 Route 46. IHOP collects donations for Kiwanis and promotes the campaign for the month of April as they have for the past three years
The staff at IHOP promoting “National Child Abuse Prevention Month.” IHOP Manager Jonathan Lemos, Suhayl Magsudi, Daniel Arguelles, Nicolas Lopez, Christina DeLaEspnella, Tiffany Abiukuu and Stephanie Reyes holding a pinwheel.
Members of First Baptist Community Church, 800 Vail Road, show their support
Joyce Garrow and Carol Tiesi at Governor Livingston Park on Parsippany Road

Hydrant Flushing Program to begin next week

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Hydrant Flushing Program to begin next week

PARSIPPANY — On or about Sunday April 9 the Township of Parsippany-Troy Hills Water Department will begin its annual Hydrant Flushing Program.

The work will be conducted during overnight hours, when water consumption is at a minimum, and is expected to conclude on or about May 7.

This program is essential to maintaining the water system which involves us systematically opening fire hydrants to increase water flows, therefore allowing us to flush any minerals and deposits from the water mains. While flushing the system won’t interrupt your water service, when crews are working in your neighborhood you may notice a temporary drop in your water pressure or discolored water. This is normal and is not a health hazard. If this occurs, simply let your cold water tap run until it is clear. Check for discolored water before using the washing machine or dishwasher. If water pressure or water volume seems low after flushing has been completed, check your faucet screens for trapped particles.

If you have any specific questions about the hydrant flushing in your area you may contact the Water Department at (973) 263-7099 Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

 

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