Provident Bank Foundation Awards $50K Signature Grant to Employment Horizons

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Provident Bank Foundation Awards $50K Signature Grant to Employment Horizons

HANOVER — The Provident Bank Foundation has announced Employment Horizons in Cedar Knolls as the recipient of the Foundation’s $50,000 Signature Grant for 2017 in the Community Enrichment funding priority area. The Foundation presented the check during a presentation on Friday, May 12, at Employment Horizons, located at 10 Ridgedale Avenue.

Employment Horizons was selected to receive this Signature Grant for its work in the Community and Economic Development-Employment focus area. Funding will assist in the start-up of a Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) Training and Job Placement Program for individuals with barriers to employment. The program will include additional, related training to make trainees more competitive in the industry. Customized supports will enhance completion rates and employment success.

Those present at Friday’s check presentation will include Chris Martin, PBF President and Chairman, and CEO and President Provident Bank, Jane Kurek, Executive Director, PBF, as well as EH Executive Director Matthew Putts, and Assistant Executive Director Jacky Burns, among others.

“This grant is dedicated to addressing the skills gap by providing training and comprehensive supportive services for individuals facing challenges in the labor force, which is why Employment Horizons was selected as this year’s recipient,” said Jane Kurek, Executive Director, The Provident Bank Foundation. “Through their new program, individuals will receive their HHA certification, and be positioned on a career path that exposes them to further training, education, and increased income opportunities. Employment Horizons is not only addressing the unemployment issue, but enhancing the quality of life of members in their community.”

The program will be a unique public-private partnership involving Employment Horizons, referrals through the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (LWD), and Assisting Hands, an award-winning home healthcare agency.

This unique “one-stop” format will co-locate all services at Employment Horizons, rather than at various agencies using different staffs at different locations across the community.  Each program cycle will be five weeks front-loaded with the specific CHHA training, followed by other related training, job search skills, job placement and job retention supports.

“With investment from the Provident Bank Foundation, and in partnership with Assisting Hands Home Care, Employment Horizons is excited to begin providing CHHA training to individuals with barriers to employment,” said Matthew Putts, Executive Director of Employment Horizons. “We look forward to not only improving employment opportunities and economic participation for those trained through the new program but also in meeting a growing need of local employers for CHHA credentialed staff. Furthermore, we are privileged to help address a community need for families looking to find qualified providers of home care for their loved ones.”

Employment Horizons, formerly known as the Occupational Training Center of Morris County, was founded in Morristown in 1957 by a group of forward-thinking parents who wanted to expand work and personal growth opportunities for their children with disabilities and special needs. Over the years, Employment Horizons has implemented innovative programs to meet the needs and choices of the people with disabilities served. They provide job training and placement services to people with disabilities in the greater Morris County area.

For more information on PBF, click here or call (862) 260-3990.

About The Provident Bank Foundation
The Provident Bank Foundation was established in 2003 by Provident Bank to enhance the quality of life in the region through support of not-for-profit groups, institutions, schools and other 501(c)(3) organizations that provide services in communities served by the Bank. Since inception, the Foundation has granted more than $22 million to not-for-profit organizations and institutions working toward stronger communities. For more information about The Provident Bank Foundation, click here or call (862) 260-3990.

Update: Police chase ends in arrest of Orest Lopadchak

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Update: Police chase ends in arrest of Orest Lopadchak

PARSIPPANY — Montville Township Police, Boonton Police, Morris County Park Police and New Jersey State Police aided in the pursuit of an alleged drunk driver who led Morris County Park Police across three towns in a disabled vehicle before his arrest.

Sergeant Edward Koster was patrolling The Tourne, Boonton, at approximately 6:15 p.m. on Saturday when he noticed a car parked in the lower parking lot near the ballfield.

Orest Lopadchak, Facebook Photo

Koster noticed a man with his legs hanging out of a vehicle’s windows even though it was raining. Sergeant Koster made contact with the sole occupant, Orest Lopadchak, 37, of Somerset.

As Koster approached the vehicle, the man brought his legs back into the car, acted nervous, and was motioning as though he was trying to hide something in the center console. Mr. Lopadcha then put the vehicle into “drive” and took off bouncing over a concrete parking stop in the process.

Lopadcha ensued was a slow-speed pursuit as the officer attempted to catch up. Lopadcha turned onto Powerville Road, turned right onto Rockaway Valley Road, and that road becomes Taylortown Road in Montville Township. At that time, the Black Mercedes blew out a tire. Still, the pursuit continued.

Lopadcha turned right onto Main Road/Route 202, got onto Route 287, proceeded to Exit 42, Parsippany, and used Route 202 to get onto Route 80.

Morris County Sheriff Department vehicle on the side of the road where Mr. Lopadchak attempted to run down a grassy hill

The man stopped in the travel lane of Route 80 West, at Exit 42 A-B (Cherry Hill Road), got out of his car, and tried to run down a grassy hill. Park Police and New Jersey State Police caught him and arrested him.

New Jersey State Police was on the scene

The driver, Orest Lopadchak, 37, Somerset, was charged by the Morris County Park Police Department with Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance (suspected crack-cocaine), Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Eluding, Assault on Law Enforcement Officers, and Resisting Arrest.

Lopadchak was transported to Morristown Medical Center for observation by Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance Squad.

Rockaway Neck Volunteer Ambulance transported the driver to Morristown Medical Center

Upon being released from the hospital, Mr. Lopadchak was lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility. Morris County Park Police Department officers, Patrolman Casey Petrocy and Patrolman Christian DiGiralomo, were treated at the scene by Parsippany Emergency Medical Services for minor injuries and released.

A follow-up investigation is being conducted by the Morris County Park Police Department Detective Bureau, and further information may be released at a later time.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department was involved in the chase of Mr. Lopadchak

Editors Note: A previous article Parsippany Focus reported that the vehicle was stolen, and at this time we believe that information was incorrect.

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.

Kiwanis Club holds annual Golf Outing

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Kiwanis Club holds annual Golf Outing

PARSIPPANY — On Tuesday, May 9, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany hosted their annual golf outing at the Knoll Country Club in Parsippany. Continental breakfast started at 7:15 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8:00 a.m. Afterwards a full lunch will be served, including wine and beer. 

The hole-in-one car was donated by Ed Carney Ford, but unfortunately no one won the vehicle. There is always next year.

Through this fundraiser, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany raises money to give to the children of this community. The club has sponsored library programs; raised funds for the Parsippany daycare center; given financial support to the K kids, builders club and Key Clubs in all of the Parsippany schools; provided food for Parsippany’s food pantry; donated back packs to needy children; supported Camp Nejeda, a camp for kids with Type 1 diabetes and through our state association provided funding to the pediatric trauma center of Robert Wood Johnson hospital.

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany picks their own service projects that they feel need attention. They are all local people that volunteer their time and talents to make our community  a better place to live. They are busy with making a living, church, family, and many other activities. However, they have found that Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany gives us not only a chance to give back to our community in a meaningful way, but enjoy the fellowship, networking and fun aspects as well. Kiwanis offers an opportunity to get involved in our community; make a difference in the lives of children; meet, work and socialize with people in our community and help those in need in our community.

For more information, click here.

Car changes lanes and crashes into another vehicle

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Car changes lanes and crashes into another vehicle

PARSIPPANY — Mr. Stan Davis, 56, Hackettstown was traveling North on New Road in the left lane, at 9:32 a.m. on Saturday, May 6. He was driving a 2012 Chevy Silverado.

Mr. Brahm Parasher, 48, Parsippany,  had just exited Route 280 West, onto New Road Northbound. His vehicle, a 2006 Acura MDX traveled approximately 40 feet North on New Road, before appearing to attempt to turn left from the right lane. Mr. Davis observed Mr. Parasher enter his lane, and applied his brakes in an attempt to stop.

Mr. Davis then struck the 2006 Acura MDX, who had improperly entered his lane.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 members arrived on the scene, because initially it was reported as a driver was entrapped in the vehicle and to clean up a minor gas spill on the road.

There were no summons issued at the time of this report. Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Richard Howell investigated the accident.

Both vehicles were towed from the scene by Hiawatha Towing.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 HazMat team arrived to clean up a gas spill
Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire District 5 member entering the vehicle that was first reported as an entrapment.

Morris County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit Visits Northvail

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Morris County Sheriff’s K-9 Unit Visits Northvail

PARSIPPANY — Officers Tomasini and Perez of the Morris County Sheriff’s Office visited the first graders at Northvail Elementary School to teach the children about police dogs and their significance to the department.

They brought along Zander and Kiara, both Belgian Malinoises. This dog breed is known for being very protective and hardworking.

They also have the signature hallmark of all dogs, a keen nose. Malinoises are now favored over the more traditional German Shepard for police work due to their intellect and attentiveness, both necessary traits for effective police work.

First grade teacher Ms. Cassetta observed, “The children were thrilled to meet real officers from the K-9 unit and of course their special dogs.

I think the presentation was a fantastic way for the children to learn more about such important members of our community.” She added, “This educational experience will leave a lasting impression on them.”

The officers talked about how K-9 units are trained, their duties, some of the costs involved with specialized dogs, and the benefits of having a canine unit as part of a police force. The officers also fielded many questions from the students. Officer Perez even demonstrated some of 9-year-old Zander’s tricks to the delight of the awestruck children.

The K-9 unit supports all thirty-nine municipalities of Morris County, twenty-four hours a day, and seven days a week.

Girl Scouts to hold Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser

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Girl Scouts to hold Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser

PARSIPPANY — Girl Scout Troop 5089 is holding a “Spaghetti Dinner” fundraiser on Saturday, May 20 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The event will be held at Saint Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 179 Baldwin Road.

The meal includes salad, spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread and dessert. Girl Scouts will perform Hansel & Gretel at 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Tickets donations are $8.00 for adults, and $4.00 for children 10 and under. Preorder take out is a $8.00 donation.

For more information and to order tickets email gs5089dinner@hotmail.com. Proceeds will benefit Troop 5089.

In addition please bring a suggested item to donate to the Ronald McDonald House. Liquid hand soap, small paper plates, premmie diapers, antibacterial wipes, large paper plates, baby bottles, paper towels, plastic cutlery, baby toys, travel size deodorant, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste or body wash.

Hundreds Attend Lake Hiawatha School’s Second Annual Color Walk/Run

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Hundreds Attend Lake Hiawatha School’s Second Annual Color Walk/Run

PARSIPPANY — The Lake Hiawatha School PTA hosted their second annual 3K Rainbow Run on Friday, April 28 at Veteran’s Memorial Park on Route 46, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of 250 including students, family and friends, along with teachers and administrators.

Lake Hiawatha children participate in second annual 3K Rainbow Run

Lake Hiawatha School PTA’s elected Chair, Cindy LaPresti, was one of the principal organizers. She said, “Our second year was great! We had generous sponsors, which meant lots of nice door prizes for attendees, and we had an excellent turnout by families from our school and beyond.” She went on to note her appreciation for the parent volunteers who assisted in planning and executing the event, extending special thanks to Sarah Burke, Halia Centeno, Paola Rodriguez and Diana Winkler.

The event again began with a ribbon-cutting performed by Mayor James Barberio. Volunteers staffed stations along the perimeter of the paved path, liberally dousing runners and walkers with colors that showed vividly against the white t-shirts provided to participants. Each walker also received a string bag that included coupons and a bottle of water.

Jim McBride was the event DJ. He provided upbeat music to entertain the crowd.  Amid the fun vibe, the noncompetitive race was clearly enjoyed by the many smiling children who enjoyed the family-friendly, healthy outdoor event. Onsite refreshments including pizza, chicken fingers, snacks and refreshing beverages were appreciated by parents, who enjoyed a kitchen-free night.

Funds raised go directly to support student programs. The Lake Hiawatha PTA finances all of the school’s assembly programs and the K-5 field trips. Beyond individual donations, the following local companies supported the school: Advocare Parsippany Pediatrics, Applebee’s, Bed Bath & Beyond, Caggiano Orthodontics, Councilman Michael dePierro, D&B Chinese Restaurant, Foodtown, Home Depot, Jeremiah’s, Mathnasium, Modell’s Sporting Goods, Rauchberg Dental, ShopRite, Staples, Sushi Kuu Restaurant, Stop & Shop, Towne Tavern, Valentino’s Pizza and Victory Nails.

Lake Hiawatha School children participate in second annual 3K Rainbow Run

Theft of Cell Tower Batteries on Lake Shore Drive

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Theft of Cell Tower Batteries on Lake Shore Drive

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer David Ribaudo responded to a cell tower on Lake Shore Drive for a theft at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 11.

After speaking to the technician it was determined that an unknown suspect(s) entered the fenced in area of the tower and stole 28 backup batteries, worth approximately $6300.00. Detective A. Morelli responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.

This incident remains under investigation and anyone with information is asked to contact the Parsippany Police Department’s Investigative Division at (973) 263-4311.

Central Middle School participated in the National History Day Club

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Central Middle School participated in the National History Day Club
Victoria Taco and Eileen Zhang with their exhibit project on Theodora

PARSIPPANY — For the third consecutive year students from Central Middle School participated in the National History Day Club.

Every year over half a million middle and high-school students around the world conduct original research on historical topics of interest and compete with each other. Every year a new history theme is introduced.

This year’s theme is “Taking a Stand”. Students can work individually or with groups in creating a project of their choice. This year Central had 20 students compete at the regional competition at Kean University.

Eight of those students were chosen to compete at the State level competition that took place last week at William Paterson University.

There, two eighth graders, Victoria Taco and Eileen Zhang were chosen to compete in Washington DC this June for the National Competition.

They have conducted research on Theodora and how she took a stand for herself and women during the Byzantium Empire. Throughout their research Victoria and Eileen have also conducted  an interview with a professor from Kean University who teaches about the Byzantium Empire.

Ultimately, they have worked many hours on their project in which they competed against hundreds of other middle school students throughout NJ!

Essentially these two Parsippany students will be representing the entire state of NJ for the junior group exhibit category. This past Wednesday, these two finalists had the opportunity to attend  the “winners circle” meeting where they received the judges feedback and guidance on how to improve their project, process paper, and annotated bibliography for the National competition in June.

Victoria and Eileen will be traveling to the national completion with their families. They are very excited and nervous for this new journey. In the meantime, they will be continuing to improve their project by using the judges feedback.

The advisors and students would like to thank the Parsippany Education Foundation (PEF)  for the grant money received at the beginning of the school year to buy supplies and pay for the student’s registration to the regional, state, and national competitions. They would also like to thank Parsippany transportation for providing transportation to the regional and state competitions for these students.

Shoplifting arrest at Powder Mart

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Shoplifting arrest at Powder Mart

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Officer Gregory Bloete responded to Powder Mart on a reported shoplifting. He was further advised the suspect had left the area. While in route to the store, he observed the suspect walking nearby on Route 10 East, at 12:13 on Saturday, May 6.

He made contact with suspect and identified him as Leo Culleny III, 25, Parsippany. After a brief investigation, Mr. Culleny was found to be in possession of approximately $10.00 worth of shoplifted items from the store.

He was placed under arrest and transported to Police Headquarters for processing. While at Police Headquarters he was charged on a Complaint-Summons for Shoplifting.

He was released on his own recognizance pending his 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.

Two New York travelers arrested for drugs on Route 46

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Two New York travelers arrested for drugs on Route 46

PARSIPPANY — While traveling in a marked patrol vehicle on Route 46 West, Patrol Sergeant Steve Miller and Ronald Carrozzino observed a 2004 Nissan Maxima on the eastbound shoulder of Route 46 with their hazard and reverse lights activated at 10:29 a.m. on Saturday, May 6.

They responded to the vehicles location to see if they could provide any assistance. Once contact was made with the occupants, a strong odor of marijuana was detected coming from the vehicle.

After a brief investigation, the driver, Summer Mitchell, 26, Brooklyn, NY, was placed under arrest for Possession of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. The passenger, Jermaine Lincoln, 21, Brooklyn, NY, was also placed under arrest for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

They were both transported back to Police Headquarters for processing at which time they were charged on a Complaint-Summons with the following:

• Summer Mitchell – Possession of Marijuana Under 50 grams Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Jermaine Lincoln – Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

They were both released on their own recognizance pending their 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.

Breaking news: Car Chase through several towns ends in Parsippany

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Breaking news: Car Chase through several towns ends in Parsippany

PARSIPPANY — Initial unconfirmed reports indicate a stolen Black Mercedes was involved in a police pursuit which went through Boonton Township, Montville, Boonton and ended on Route 80, Exit 42 in Parsippany on Saturday, May 13 at approximately 6:30 p.m.

The Black Mercedes was in a police chase and ended on Route 80 near Cherry Hill Road. Sergeant Ross Cooper is seen with other officers at the scene. The Mercedes had blown out tires and front end damage.
Morris County Sheriff’s Office on the scene

Police were at the scene and took an individual into custody on the exit ramp of Route 80 heading to Cherry Hill Road.  Rockaway Neck Volunteer ambulance arrived at the scene, as a precautionary to check on an officer who received a minor cut, and the driver of the stolen vehicle was complaining of chest pains.

Parsippany Police, Morris County Park Police, State Police, Morris County Sheriff Department and other agencies on the scene.

Parsippany Focus will update article as details become available.

 

Police Unity Tour leaves Jersey and arrived in Washington DC

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Police Unity Tour leaves Jersey and arrived in Washington DC
Police Unity Tour At National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Photo by Parsippany Police Chief Paul Philipps

PARSIPPANY — Tuesday, May 9 was the first of four days of bicycle riding for the Police Unity Tour Chapter 1 participants who left from Florham Park and are headed to Washington, DC.

The Unity Tour consists of Police Officers from not only around the United States, but a handful of other Countries. On the fourth day of the ride over 1,500 riders from all of the Chapters come together for one final ride into the Law Enforcement Memorial.

Team “ParFedLakes” consists of Parsippany and Mountain Lakes Police Officers, along with Special Agents from the FBI.

Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Chief Paul Philipps is riding in honor of Sergeant Kerry Joseph Winters Sr., of the Ulster County Sheriff’s Office, New York.

Ulster County Sheriff’s Sgt. Kerry Winters died after being found unconscious during an in-water dive training exercise at the Ashokan Reservoir in Olive, New York

Sergeant Winters was a member of the Sheriff’s dive team and died during a training dive on Thursday, September 22, 2016.

“As a member of the Parsippany Rescue and Recovery dive team, the tragic loss of Sergeant Winters touched me,” said Philipps.

Philipps will have the bitter sweet experience of meeting Sergeant Winters’s friends and family at the Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington D.C.

Philipps said “As I’ve done, too many times, at the conclusion of the Police Unity Tour ride I will give the widow a bracelet with his name as a memento. I want Mrs. Winters and all the families of our fallen officers to know that the sacrifice of their loved ones is appreciated and remembered.”

Winters, who had been with the Sheriff’s Office for thirty years, was a 1983 graduate of Saugerties High School, where he had been a standout wrestler and football player. A Saugerties resident, he was married to the former Michele “Mitchy” Ferraro and had two sons.

The Police Unity Tour’s motto is: “We Ride for Those Who Died” and we raise awareness about America’s fallen officers.

Philipps goal was to raise $1,850.00 but he raised $5,110.00, which is 276% higher than Paul’s goal. To see the complete list of donations, click here.

Assembly Candidate Fortgang held a clothing drive at IHOP

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Assembly Candidate Fortgang held a clothing drive at IHOP

PARSIPPANY — Democratic State Assembly Candidate Laura Fortgang is celebrating working mothers across New Jersey this Mothers’ Day weekend and held a clothing drive for Dress for Success on Saturday, May 13 at the Parsippany IHOP.

Dress for Success collects gently used business attire for disadvantaged women who are entering, or re-entering, the workforce to achieve economic independence and stability.

The event also honors the original intention of Mothers’ Day, which began in the 1850s as a call to action for women to become politically engaged in their communities. These “women work days” involved protesting for peace against the Civil War, improving sanitation to reduce infant mortality rates, and hosting post-war reconciliation events.

Laura Fortgang is running for State Assembly in New Jersey’s 26th District to restore accountability, transparency, and common sense to state government. A Verona resident, Laura is an internationally recognized career coach, best-selling author and mother of three. For more information click here.

Clothing drive for Dress for Success was held at Parsippany IHOP
Laura Fortgang putting more clothes that was collected at IHOP

Dress for Success promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and career development tools to help women thrive in work and life.

The 26th district includes the Morris County municipalities of Parsippany-Troy Hills Township, Butler Borough, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon Borough, Lincoln Park Borough, Montville Township, Morris Plains Borough, and Rockaway Township; Essex County communities of Fairfield Township, North Caldwell Borough, Verona Township, West Caldwell Township; Passaic County community of West Milford Township.

Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall Series Moves to Parsippany

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Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall Series Moves to Parsippany

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County residents will be able to comment on the expanding opioid epidemic at a May 17 town hall meeting in Parsippany co-sponsored by the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office under the direction of Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp.

The event at the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy, 500 West Hanover Avenue will give residents a chance to join an informal conversation on the national epidemic and is part of the non-profit Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey’s Knock Out Opioid Abuse Town Hall series. The event will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Doors will open at 5:00 p.m.

Organized with the Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, the town hall series focuses on prescription drug dependency and heroin abuse and includes collaboration from local and county law enforcement, government and medical community leaders.

In addition to the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office and the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey, co-sponsors for the Morris event include the County of Morris, the Community Coalition for a Safe & Healthy Morris and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office

Speakers include Prosecutor Knapp, Chief Assistant Prosecutor Bradford Seabury, head of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Special Operations Division; Diane P. Calello, executive and medical director, NJ Poison Information and Education System; Barbara Kauffman, director of Prevention Services, MCPIK; Vicky Mulligan, an organizer with MorrisCountyStigmaFree.org and Alton Robinson, Recovery Advocate with CARES NJ.

More than 33,000 Americans die annually from opioid overdose, an average of about 91 deaths per day, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In Morris County, deaths caused by opioid overdoses increased from 43 in 2015 to 64 in 2016. There have been at least 34 such deaths so far in 2017.

Hoping to stem the tide of addiction, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office will launch a new program May 18 aimed at steering drug users into treatment. Known as Narcan 2.0, the initiative will require law enforcement officers to contact peer recovery counselors whenever they use the drug, Narcan, to reverse an overdose. This would truly give individuals a second chance at life.

Cuba Mia holds an eventful grand opening

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Cuba Mia holds an eventful grand opening

PARSIPPANY — Cuba Mia, 707 Route 46, next to Holiday Inn and Suites, held a ribbon cutting grand opening ceremony on Thursday, May 11.  Parsippany-Troy Hills Council Vice President Robert Peluso was on hand to cut the official red ribbon and welcome the new business to the community.

Joining Peluso, was Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Board Member Frank Cahill and board members Ildiko Peluso and Nicolas Limanov.

The new restaurant is open seven days a week and offers unique Cuban-Latin Fusion Cuisine, cocktails, with ambience and nightlife. Their Sangria bar offers eight various flavors; a private party room in their newly renovated wine room.

Some of their menu items include Ceviches, Appetizers, Vegetarian, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches, Pizza Cubana and a list of Entrees. Some of their soups include Sopa 7 Mares which is a mixed seafood clams, shrimps, black clams, peppers, onions and tomatoes; or Garbanzo Montuno: Chick peas soup with chorizo, bacon, serrano ham, potatoes, malanga and butter squash. Some of their entrees include Bistec de Palomilla: 8 ounce sirloin steak cuban style, fresh garlic, orange juice, white onions, black pepper and salt, served with black bean rice and fried green plantains; Costillas Guayaba BBQ: Braised ribs, mashed potato, drizzled with guava BBQ with a pineapple salsa; Chef Solomillo: Tender oven cooked pork solomillo with onions and portabella white onion sauce served over mashed potatoes and vegetables. (click here to view entire menu)

Cuba Mia offers a complete wine list, their Signature Sangria, Mojitos, Margaritas and Cocktails.

Their selection of domestic and imported beers include Amstel Light, Bud Light, Budweiser, Coors Light, Corona, Corona Light, Heineken, Heineken Light, Miller Light, Newcastle Brown, O’Douls, Strongbow, Victory Golden Monkey and Yuengling. Latino beers include Aguila, Cristal, Imperial Modelo, Negra Modelo, Presidente and Tecate. (click here to view entire drink menu)

Parsippany Town Hall Council Agenda Meeting, 05/08/2017

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Parsippany Town Hall Council Agenda Meeting, 05/08/2017

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Town Hall Council Agenda Meeting,  Monday, May 8. This video is in two parts. The second part of the video appears below.

PACC held Informative Networking Meeting

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PACC held Informative Networking Meeting

PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce held a networking meeting on “Social Media & Why We All Need to Engage.” The event was presented by Ilene Greene and Ted Polmar, Principals of MarketShare Communications and BizCircles Entrepreneurs Business Network.

“There was a time when social media was considered by some as a passing fad. Something that “the kids” were using, that businesses could never really benefit from. Today roughly eight-in-ten online Americans (79%) now use Facebook, a 7-percentage-point increase from a survey conducted about one year ago,” said Ilene Greene.

Popular social platforms have become marketing giants, offering businesses valuable data about their customers and a (mostly) free way to reach them. Social media for business is no longer optional.

The attendees had an opportunity to find out who is using social media, how often they engage and which ones. Social Media helps you get:  Exposure • Brand Awareness • Customer Loyalty and more.

The event was held at IHOP, 792 Route 46.

For more information on Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, click here.

Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline is Tuesday, May 16

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Primary Election Voter Registration Deadline is Tuesday, May 16

MORRIS COUNTY — The deadline to register to vote in New Jersey’s 2017 gubernatorial primary election is Tuesday, May 16. In addition, there are a host of a state legislative, county elections and in Parsippany, Mayor and Council to be decided on Tuesday, June 6.

You may register to vote in Morris County if:

  • You are a citizen of the United States
  • You will be 18 years of age on or before the next election
  • You are not incarcerated, on parole, or on probation due to a conviction for an indictable offense under any federal or state laws
  • You are a Morris County resident 30 days before the election
  • You are a resident of the election district in which you expect to vote at the time of registration

You can obtain voter registration applications from Khaled Madin, Township Clerk’s Office, 1001 Parsippany Boulevard or from the Morris County Board of Elections Office in Morristown. The form can be downloaded by clicking here.

The Board of Elections Office is open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. It will stay open late on Tuesday, May 16, until 9:00 p.m. to accept voter registrations.

Voter registrations cannot be submitted online, emailed or faxed. Original applications must be hand delivered or postmarked on or before Tuesday, May 16.

In the Tuesday, June 6 primary election, you may only vote for a candidate in your declared party (Republican or Democrat).

If you are a registered voter who has never declared a party, you will complete a Political Party Affiliation Declaration  at your polling place on the day of the Primary Election. This declaration must be made before you will be permitted to vote in that Primary Election.

The General Election is the only time you can cross party lines.

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Patriot Award presented to Larry Pascale of Hercules

Frank L. Cahill
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Patriot Award presented to Larry Pascale of Hercules

PARSIPPANY — The United States Patriot Award was presented to Mr. Lawrence Pascale, Regional Sales Manager for Hercules. The company is located at 8 Eastmans Road.

The United Stated Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) presented Mr. Pascale with the Patriot Award for his support to Sterling Schwab, Hercules Account Executive, during his deployment to Afghanistan from August 2015 thru August 2016. Mr. Gerard Felt of the ESGR presented the award at Hercules Parsippany terminal on April 26.

The Award recognizes individuals at a company that support employees who are members of the US Guard and Reserve. The award reflects the efforts of Mr. Pascale to go above and beyond in his support of Guard and Reserve members.

Lawrence Pascale has been with Hercules Forwarding since November, 2009 managing the sales and operations of Hercules New Jersey terminal and the northeast region.

Hercules Forwarding is an award winning asset based motor carrier specializing in US to Canada LTL shipments. The carrier offers the service advantages and flexibility of a regional carrier, with the coverage of a national carrier; a crucial difference that has made Hercules one of the fastest growing LTL carriers in the market. Utilizing the latest “green” fleet technology advancements available to truck carriers, Hercules is a responsible partner with both the Canada Border Services Agency, and US Customs and Border Protection.

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