PARSIPPANY — While patrolling the area of Route 46 East and Edwards Road, on Thursday, March 10 at 12:05 a.m. Patrol Officer D. Ross observed a 1992 Buick Century fail to signal a right turn onto Edwards Road and then straddle the double yellow line.
Patrol Officer D. Ross attempted to check the vehicle’s registration, but it came back invalid. At this time he conducted a motor vehicle stop of the vehicle on Edwards Road and spoke to the driver, Pete Petrosino, 55, Morris Plains.
After a brief investigation Mr. Petrosino was placed under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated and for an active warrant issued by Paterson Municipal Court with a bail amount of $405.00.
Mr. Petrosino was processed and issued summonses for Driving While Intoxicated, Reckless Driving, Driving While Suspended, Fictitious Plates, and Failure to Signal a Turn. Mr. Petrosino was released on his own recognizance to a friend pending his court date for his Parsippany charges.
Paterson Municipal Court also released Mr. Petrosino on his own recognizance pending his court date in Paterson for their charges.
PARSIPPANY — As recently announced the CDC Foundation, RB is donating more than 225,000 Durex condoms to the CDC Foundation for inclusion in their Zika prevention kits being distributed in the U.S. territories of Puerto Rico, American Samoa, and the U.S. Virgin Islands to combat the spread of Zika virus. This donation follows RB’s creation of a $1 million Zika relief package. The three U.S. territories have reported local spread of the virus from mosquitoes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). All Zika cases reported to date in the continental United States have been associated with travel to areas where Zika virus is active. RB is located at 399 Interpace Parkway.
“RB is committed to helping people live healthier lives, and I’m proud that RB can help the CDC Foundation and private individuals take action to prevent the spread of the Zika virus in the United States and abroad,” said Alexander Lacik, president of North America at RB. “We hope that this donation of Durex condoms and our continued partnership with organizations such as the CDC Foundation will help combat the spread of the Zika virus.”
The CDC Foundation connects CDC with private-sector organizations and individuals to build public health programs to make the world a healthier and safer. The World Health Organization (WHO) officially declared Zika virus disease and its association with severe birth defects a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on February 1, 2016. The CDC Foundation activated its Global Disaster Response Fund and the U.S. Emergency Response Fund in early February to help control the outbreak.
Zika virus is primarily spread through the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito and, according to the CDC, usually causes few to no symptoms in people. However, when a pregnant woman is infected, the virus can spread to her fetus, potentially causing birth defects such as microcephaly, a condition that causes babies to be born with underdeveloped brains. Zika virus also can be spread by infected men to their sex partners. Until more information is known about the virus, CDC is recommending that people (who live in or have sex with people) who have visited at-risk areas use a condom when having sex.
“We are extremely grateful for RB’s generous contribution,” said Dr. Judith Monroe, president and CEO of the CDC Foundation. “Their donation of condoms for the Zika prevention kits will help in protecting people and saving lives.”
“For more than 80 years, Durex has played a leading role in sexual health and bringing people together safely,” said Karen Chisholm of Durex at RB. “Each of our condoms goes through a rigorous process to ensure only the highest quality of product reaches our consumers, ensuring that we meet the best international standards as well as our own.”
About RB RB* is the world’s leading consumer health and hygiene company. The company has operations in over 60 countries, with headquarters in London, Dubai and Amsterdam, and sales in most countries across the globe. The company employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide.
Inspired by a purpose to deliver innovative solutions for healthier lives and happier homes, RB is in the top 20 of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange. We are the global No. 1 or No. 2 in the majority of our fast-growing categories, driven by an exceptional rate of innovation. Our health, hygiene and home portfolio is led by our global Powerbrands including: Nurofen, Strepsils, Gaviscon, Mucinex, Durex, Scholl, Clearasil, Lysol, Dettol, Veet, Harpic, Cillit Bang, Mortein, Finish, Vanish, Calgon, AirWick, Woolite and French’s. Our Powerbrands represent 80% of our net revenue.
RB is redefining the world of consumer health and hygiene. Our people and unique culture are at the heart of our success. We have a drive for achievement and a passion to outperform wherever we focus, including sustainability where we are targeting a 1/3 reduction in water impact, 1/3 reduction in carbon and 1/3 of net revenue from more sustainable products. We are proud to be Save the Children’s largest global partner, with a new vision to radically reduce one of the world’s largest killer of children under 5, diarrhea.
PARSIPPANY — While patrolling the area of Knoll Country Club at 8:37 p.m. on March 12, Patrol Officer Ernest Elston and Michael Sprung observed a 2003 Chevy Malibu parked in the Amphitheater parking lot after the park had closed for the night.
The vehicle was found to be unoccupied, so the Officers began to check the surrounding area. A short time later they made contact with a 19 year old Parsippany resident, along with another male from Boonton.
After a brief investigation the resident was placed under arrest and transported to Parsippany Police Headquarters were he was charged with Possession of Under 50 Grams of Marijuana and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. 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.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Dispatchers were advised of a two vehicle motor vehicle crash at the intersection of Route 46 West and Baldwin Road, on March 1 at 10:23 p.m.
Upon arrival of Patrol Sergeant Ross Cooper and Patrol Officers J. Domiciano and E. Ebanks, they found a 2010 Chevy Traverse and a 2003 Volkswagen Beetle that were involved in a motor vehicle crash.
The three occupants in the Chevy Traverse and the sole occupant/driver of the Volkswagen Beetle were all uninjured. Patrol Sergeant R. Cooper and Patrol Officer J. Domiciano spoke to Christopher Osmun, 23, Parsippany, who was driving the Volkswagen Beetle.
After a brief investigation Mr. Osmun was advised that he was under arrest for Driving While Intoxicated. As Officers attempted to handcuff Mr. Osmun he began flailing his arms and resist the Officers attempt to handcuff him.
After a brief struggle Mr. Osmun was handcuffed and transported back to Parsippany Police Headquarters. While at Parsippany Police Department he was charged with Resisting Arrest, Driving While Intoxicated, Driving While Intoxicated in a School Zone, Refusal to Submit to a Breath Test, and Reckless Driving.
He was released on his own recognizance into the custody of a family member pending his court date.
Preliminary investigation by Patrol Officer E. Ebanks revealed that the Chevy Traverse was stopped at the red light on Route 46 West at Baldwin Road when the Volkswagen Beetle failed to stop and crashed into the rear of the Chevy Traverse.
PARSIPPANY — While patrolling New Road, Patrol Officer William Stone observed an improperly parked 1998 Nissan Altima on the shoulder of the road near Interstate 280.
As he passed the vehicle he conducted a check of the registration and also observed a male sitting inside the vehicle and another male standing outside it.
He quickly received a response that the vehicle was reported stolen, at which time he conducted a U-Turn to further investigate the vehicle and the two males.
While conducting the U-Turn he observed the two males crossing the roadway heading towards Wawa. Patrol Officer Stone made contact with Xaquai Green, 18, East Orange, and a 17 year old juvenile male from East Orange in front of Wawa and inquired about the vehicle.
Other patrol units arrived on scene to assist. After a brief investigation it was determined that the vehicle was reported stolen from Newark on February 24, at which time Mr. Green was placed under arrest and the juvenile male was taken into custody.
Both individuals were transported to Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department and charged with receiving stolen property.
Mr. Green’s charge had a bail amount of $2000.00 with a 10% option which he was able to post. He was released pending his court appearance. The juvenile was released to the custody of his parents 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.
RANDOLPH – Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, an accomplished administrator with more than 20 years of experience in higher education and community colleges, has been selected by the County College of Morris (CCM) Board of Trustees to serve as the college’s third president. The trustees passed a resolution to appoint Iacono as CCM’s next president with a unanimous vote at its monthly meeting Wednesday night, March 16.
Iacono, who is a community college graduate, is currently Vice President of Academic Affairs at Indian River State College (IRSC) in Fort Pierce, FL. He will join CCM as presidential nominee on August 15 and then will be named president on September 1 after Dr. Edward J. Yaw retires as the college’s second president at the end of August.
“Dr. Iacono brings a notable passion for student success and a comprehensive understanding of the important roles that community colleges play,” said Dr. Joseph L. Ricca, chair of the Board of Trustees. “His expertise in creating innovative approaches to teaching and learning, developing community partnerships and securing grants and other funding provides a distinct advantage as CCM seeks to build upon its record of success for offering high-quality academic programs and career, transfer and professional development programs to serve the community and region.”
Iacono will be leaving IRSC after 17 years, having also held the positions of Associate Dean for Developmental Education and full-time professor of history. His accomplishments include serving as a core member of the team that helped IRSC earn recognition by the Aspen Award Committee as one of the top 10 community colleges in the nation based on exceptional student success; leading a team of faculty, administrators and staff in supporting IRSC for admission into the Achieving the Dream network; and supporting faculty in the creation of IRSC’s Institute for Academic Excellence, an innovative research and professional development center. Along with his administrative responsibilities, he has served as an advisor to the United States Department of Education, the Florida Department of Education and various national think tanks and educational reform organizations. He is also one of the four founders of Florida’s Institute for the Professional Development of Adult Educators. He is the recipient of numerous teaching and leadership awards and is a nationally recognized speaker on the topics of leadership, educational innovation, literacy and career pathways.
Prior to joining IRSC, Iacono held teaching positions at the University of Central Florida and Mississippi State University.
“I am deeply honored to have been selected as the next president of County College of Morris and I greatly appreciate the confidence that the search committee and the Board of Trustees have entrusted in me,” said Iacono. “CCM is an exceptional institution that has achieved significant success since its creation in 1968. For more than 30 years, it has benefited enormously from the vision and leadership of Dr. Edward Yaw, its Board of Trustees, its administrative team, talented faculty and staff, as well as members of the community who have dedicated themselves to creating a college that has changed countless lives. As an individual who is passionate about helping people improve their future through education, strengthening communities through partnerships, economic growth and cultural enrichment, and pioneering innovative approaches to learning, I look forward to leading CCM and working with a talented team of people who share that passion. As an educator, my greatest focus is student success and CCM is well positioned to support its students today and for generations to come.”
A first-generation college student, Iacono received his Ph.D. in American history from Mississippi State University, his M.A. and B.A. in American history from the University of Central Florida, and his Associate in Arts in general studies from Indian River Community College. IRSC was formed in 1965 when Indian River Community College and Lincoln Junior College merged.
Ricca said the selection of Iacono concludes a seven-month search conducted by a 10-member committee comprised of trustees and representatives from the college’s unions, administration, student body and the CCM Foundation. The committee, assisted by the search firm Isaacson, Miller, interviewed seven people and selected four finalists to take part in informational sessions with the college community in late January and early February. Feedback from those sessions was considered by the Board of Trustees in making the final selection, said Ricca.
“The search committee did an outstanding job of understanding the level of leadership the college is seeking and in selecting candidates for consideration,” said Ricca. “They established high standards, asked insightful questions, and diligently reviewed and discussed the merits of the applicants to select the best candidates. My fellow trustees and I are extremely grateful for the time and dedication the committee devoted to this process and for the input of the college community.”
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany-Troy Hills Volunteer Fire Department District 5 held their 17th Annual Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner fundraiser on Saturday, March 12 at their Old Bloomfield Ave Firehouse. The Saint Patrick’s Day Dinner was cooked and served by the members.
Brenda Barberio being served by Brandon Schweizer, Jr., at District 5’s Corned Beef fundraiser
Nick Dianuzzo serving dinner to the guests
Patrolman Dave Cavaliere and Andres Felipe Giraldo serving guests Corned Beef
Ralph Weber, Charles Husni and Peggy Husni enjoying the St. Patrick’s Dinner
Anne Morris, Nathaniel Morris and Mike Husni
Captain Jake Beg and Chief Louis Yuliano from Parsippany Rescue and Recovery attended the fundraiser
RANDOLPH – Students in the Fine Arts Program at County College of Morris (CCM) once again are displaying their artwork in the Art Upstairs gallery at the MAYO Performing Arts Center (MPAC) in Morristown.
Approximately 50 pieces of student artwork are included in the “CCM at the Mayo” juried exhibition running through April 11. A reception, free and open to the public, will be held in the gallery on Wednesday, March 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. The gallery is located at 100 South Street, Morristown.
Gift certificates, sponsored by Dick Blick Art Materials, will be awarded to the artists of the top six works selected as winners. MPAC’s Programming Consultant Charles Miller will be judging the artwork and providing feedback.
This is the third consecutive year MPAC is providing CCM students with this opportunity to exhibit their work to the community.
The gallery is open two hours before scheduled performances or by appointment.
To contact the gallery, please call 973-539-0345, ext. 8.
For information on the CCM Department of Art and Design, click here.
PARSIPPANY — You may have noticed some TV ads that the YMCA of the USA launched a month or so ago, featuring a little tot named Zoe. Being an election year, the unique and fun idea was to advertise “Zoe for President” even though she is only a one-year old. The concept being that all kids have the potential to grow up and change the world if they’re nurtured properly and supported along the way.
With that always being integral to their mission and being a not-for-profit organization, the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA will kick off their annual GIVE A KID THE Y campaign on April 1 for the same reasons. This annual effort primarily supports financial aid scholarships for childcare, after school care, and summer day camp, providing dollars of financial assistance to those in the local area who are less fortunate. The Y invites you to become a part of this important initiative by supporting this vital cause. Your gift will provide programs and services that give all kids what they need to succeed from childhood and beyond – regardless of their financial circumstances.
Please pledge (payable by December 31, 2016) your support when one of their volunteers contacts you or pledge/donate online by clicking here.
PARSIPPANY ─ Walmart’s prestigious, annual “Supplier of the Year” award once again has been presented to Kent International. The bicycle company, with 85 employees at its Bicycle Corporation of America (BCA) plant in Manning South Carolina, and 70 more at its Parsippany headquarters, received the same award in 2015.
Kent, currently producing 6,000 bikes per week in South Carolina, has expansion plans that will shift its focus from assembly to direct manufacturing. This significant broadening of operations is projected to result in the creation of about 100 additional jobs in Manning SC, for a total of 175-200 jobs.
“Our company is a stellar example of what U.S. based production can achieve,” explains Scott Kamler, President of Kent International, which has supplied bicycles to Walmart since 1997. “Bikes made overseas simply cannot match our level of engineering refinement, which enables Walmart customers to assemble them in only about five minutes. Providing this degree of convenience is part of what’s enabling us to plan for future growth. We’re extremely proud of our successes, products, and of once again being recognized by Walmart.”
Kent’s South Carolina facility makes five different bicycle models, all under its BCA brand, which it ships to 2,500 Walmart stores nationwide.
“Walmart’s January 2013 U.S. Manufacturing Commitment to buy an additional $250 billion is U.S. products over 10 years is helping create additional jobs not just in New Jersey and South Carolina, but throughout the United States, and that’s good for American businesses and our local communities,” said Walmart spokesman, Scott Markley. “With changes in energy costs and labor costs overseas, it is increasingly cost effective and efficient to manufacture closest to the point of consumption, helping Walmart respond to trends and customer demand. Our customers tell us that where products are made is most important second only to price.”
About Walmart Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. helps people around the world save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, nearly 260 million customers and members visit our 11,535 stores under 72 banners in 28 countries and e-commerce websites in 11 countries. With fiscal year 2016 revenue of $482.1 billion, Walmart employs more than 2 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found clicking here.
Akirah Farrell, who recently moved into a Morris Habitat home in Morristown, shared her experiences of working with Morris Habitat with the attendees at the Hearts & Hammers Gala
MORRIS COUNTY — At this year’s Morris Habitat for Humanity Hearts & Hammers Gala almost 300 people mingled, ate very well and rocked to music from the band, Escapade, where the bass player, Robert Rosenberger, is a future Morris Habitat homeowner (Carlton Street, Morris Township).
The evening activities began with digital “red carpet” photos and ended with a delicious dessert buffet and a cigar rolling demonstration. Other highlights of the evening included “Build it Now!,” a digital home that was “built” as guests donated funds to Morris Habitat.
The always popular Silent Auction included some unique and special items, such as original artwork by Morris Habitat Homeowner and professional artist, David Gavasheli, tickets to Dancing with the Stars, and a scenic flight donated by the Morris Aero Club.
Every year Morris Habitat honors several people and corporations. This year awards were presented to three members of the Morris Habitat family who have given generously of their time and expertise:
Founders Award: Peter Wentworth, Wentworth Associates
Corporate Partnership Award: Travelers Insurance
Beth Everett Award: Jim Mullen, Esquire
Premier Sponsor – Bayer
Platinum Sponsors – Investors Bank and the Morris Habitat for Humanity Board of Directors
Gold Sponsors – GAF, Kraus Marketing, Lakeland Bank, Provident Bank, PWC and Travelers
Silver Sponsors – Atlantic Health System, Fox Rothschild LLP, G4S, Donald & Teeny Kuhn, NCJAR, New Jersey Natural Gas, Nisivoccia LLP, Sophie & Rickard Palla, Peapack-Gladstone Bank, Ruth Ryan, Stage It 123, Jeannie & Andrew Tsukamoto, Esq., Wentworth Associates, LLC, Wilson Elser, and Withum Tax Audit Advisory
At one of the crowded tables, employees of Premier Sponsor, Bayer Health Care, share in the evening’s fun at the Morris Habitat’s Eleventh annual Gala
Akirah Farrell, and her seven-year-old daughter, recently moved into a Morris Habitat home in Morristown and shared her experiences with the attendees to put the evening’s purpose into perspective. She gave a very heartfelt speech telling everyone about her life and desire to do better for herself and her daughter.
While working full time, Akirah went to school for an advanced degree. However, despite all her efforts she has not been able to afford a place of her own. That is until she applied for and was selected to be a Morris Habitat homeowner. Akirah said, “thank you all for supporting Morris Habitat. With your help, I purchased a home I can afford, which provides independence, stability and peace of mind. With your help, my daughter has a home where she can stretch out, ride her bike and be a kid.”
Raising funds for safe, decent affordable housing is what the Hearts & Hammers Gala is all about. The funds raised from this event will help Morris Habitat meet the 2016 goal of starting twelve homes. The success of the Gala depends on the involvement of many people. Morris Habitat can’t thank all the sponsors, donors, and attendees enough. The planning for and logistics of the evening were flawless, thanks to the efforts of dedicated volunteers, many of whom help out year after year!
For more information on Morris Habitat and its activities, click here or call (973) 891-1934.
About Morris Habitat for Humanity: Morris Habitat for Humanity is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles by building homes, communities and hope. Morris Habitat is dedicated to eliminating substandard housing locally and worldwide through constructing, rehabilitating and preserving homes; advocating for fair and just housing policies; and providing training and access to resources to help families improve their living conditions. Habitat for Humanity was founded on the conviction that every man, woman and child should live in dignity and safety, and that decent shelter in decent communities should be a matter of conscience and action for all. Morris Habitat welcomes volunteers and supporters from all backgrounds and serves people in need of decent housing regardless of race or religion.
Since 1985 Morris Habitat has served 400 households though home ownership opportunities, home preservation, and international home building programs. Of these 62 home were home repair projects and 74 new homes were built as well. Morris Habitat has set a goal of twelve housing starts for 2016, completing nine homes during the year. In addition, proceeds from the ReStore, opened May 2007, have funded 18 homes and diverted almost 5,100 tons of useable material out of landfills. Located at 274 South Salem Street, Randolph. Store hours: Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
MORRISTOWN — The streets of Morristown was flooded with green on Saturday, March 12 as thousands of individuals gathered in attendance of the 38th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade.
2016 Grand Marshal John P. Hyland
Thomas J. “Tom” Mastrangelo
Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen
Cuchullan Pipe Band
Irish American Association
Morristown Medical Center
Friendly Sons of St. Patrick – Morris County
Capital One Bank
Det. Sgt. Joe Puzo, Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department
Morris County Sheriff’s Office
Dublin Pub
Rotary Club
Market Street Misson
Provident Bank
Denville String Band
Seeing Eye Dog
St. Virgil Academy
Kiwanis Club
Kiwanis Club Key Club members
Carol Tiesi and Karen DeChristopher from Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany
Rely for Life
Morris County Democrat Commitee
National Organization for Women
Irish Red Setters
The dog all ready for St. Patrick’s Day
Lenahan School of Irish Dance
Parsippany-Troy Volunteer Fire Dist. 6
Parsippany-Troy Volunteer Fire Dist. 6
GAAMC, first time in the parade
Salvation Army
Karen DeChristopner, Susan and Bonnie Rosenthal
Carol Tiesi, Ava, Karen DeChristopher
Karen DeChristopher and her grand daughter Ava
Under sunny skies and warm temperatures, spectators began their migration to the green to scope the best parade view and enjoy the acts and activities, including a performance by The Blarney Sessions and a chalking of the shamrocks. The parade started at 12 Noon and ended shortly before 2:00 p.m.
Droves of green clad families, swelled around the green and bagpipes echoed through the streets as the parade began its route, starting just before Elm Street and marching down South Street and around the green before looping back to the finishing line at Morristown High School.
For the second year in a row, the Trustees of the St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Morris County have selected John Hyland to lead the 2016 parade as Grand Marshal. John was originally selected as grand marshal for the 2015 parade, but regretfully decided to withdraw for health reasons. His battle with blood cancer years ago evolved into another form of bone marrow cancer and had to prepare for a bone marrow transplant, which was completed successfully on Good Friday, 2015. The trustees unanimously voted to make him 2016 Grand Marshal of 2016 Morris St. Patrick’s Parade, understanding that his health comes first.
John’s strong Irish roots, commitment to enhancing awareness of Irish culture, and his strong commitment to the Morris County community make him a most deserving choice. When informed of trustees’ selection, he said he was humbled by it. “I am honored and delighted that I am able to accept this honor and fulfill the requirements this year,” said John. With the full support of his family, friends and colleagues he is ready to lead the 2016 Parade.
A long-time supporter of the Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade and the Irish community, John has been Treasurer for the parade organization for more than a decade. He was also finance chairman in 1999 and 2000 and has remained a member of Finance Committee since then. His late father, Patric Hyland, was one of the founding members and a past president of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of Morris County.
The army of shamrocks and step dancers were lead by grand marshal John P. Hyland. A Morristown native, Hyland was nominated to lead the parade in 2015, but had to withdraw due to bone marrow transplant, which was successfully completed last year.
The St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Morris County functions as a nonprofit organization. Following the expenses of each year’s parade, they provide contributions to various organizations and charities, totaling approximately $300,000 over the last 37 years. In 2014 alone they donated $40,000 to charities.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Hills High School graduate Teddy Comora will be performing at Kafe Mozart on Thursday, March 31.
Also Kafe Mozart will be holding its Ribbon Cutting Grand Opening Celebration starting at 6:00 p.m. with Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen, Mayor James Barberio, Council President Louis Valori, Council Vice President Robert Peluso, Councilman Paul Carifi, Jr., and Freeholder Tom Mastrangelo. Other officials have been invited. Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. The public is invited.
Teddy Comora will be performing in the dining room starting at 6:00 p.m. and reservations are suggested.
Teddy has spent his life as a Parsippany resident, graduating from Parsippany Hills High School in 2014. He comes from a musical family. His Grandmother, Betty Comora, of Sarasota, Florida is an accomplished Jazz vocalist, pianist and washboard player.
Teddy began taking formal piano lessons as the age of seven, studying classical music, until he entered middle school and discovered Jazz.
He began taking lessons in Jazz piano, studying under local piano great, Regan Ryzuk, and saxophone lessons with Parsippany’s own Sax Legend, Frank Elmo.
Grover Kemble
In middle school he met Grover Kemble, who would become a Jazz mentor and would feature Teddy in the 2012 Mount Tabor Christmas Show on piano with Regan Ryzuk and in a Saxophone duet with his idol, Mark Rivera, of the Billy Joel Band.
In 2013, Grover produced Teddy’s first album, “Ready Teddy” which featured Teddy’s Jazz piano skills, accompanied by several local jazz musicians. Over the years, Teddy has had the opportunity to sit in with a number of Jazz musicians, including Sax legend, Jerry Vivino, of the Conan Obrien’s Basic Cable Band. He’s also been featured on piano, accompanying renowned Jazz artist, Joshua Redman.
He is currently studying at Cornell University, where he majors in Economics and minors in Music. At Cornell he is a member of the Jazz Band as well as the keyboard player in an R&B band and a Blues band.
Teddy will be performing at Kafe Mozart’s Ribbon Cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 31, starting at 6:00 p.m.
Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen will join the owners of Kafe Mozart in cutting the red ribbon, along with Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso.
Kafe Mozart is located at 2900 Route 10, in the Powder Mill West Shopping Center. Reservations are suggested for this event and can be made by calling (973) 998-7788.
Kafe Mozart has a large selection of delicious menu items such as panini’s, sandwiches, burgers, savory crepes, sweet crepes, dinner entrees and well as an espresso bar. For more information, click here.
In addition to Teddy, Grover Kemble will be performing on Thursday, April 14, 21 and 28. Grover is a musician, singer, and songwriter, well known for his spontaneous and daring approach to jazz, fun-loving personality, and classic showmanship.
PARSIPPANY — Parsippany Warriors will host a one day Basketball Clinic on April 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Parsippany PAL, 33 Baldwin Road. Cost is $50.00 and only $40.00 for Parsippany Warriors Players. Make checks payable to Parsippany Basketball Academy, LLC.
This clinic is open to boys and girls attending fourth through eighth grade.
A day full of Shooting Off The Dribble, Catch & Shoot, Finishing, At The Rim, Court Vision and Contests.
Please Provide Drink and Snack – Snack Break 10:50 a.m. to 11:10 a.m.
After a wet day in which temperatures didn’t get out of the 40s in most of New Jersey, dryer, milder day conditions return later Tuesday. In the meantime there’s was a chance of rain for most of the morning, and some areas could experience fog during the morning commute, according to the National Weather Service. Currently the temperature in Parsippany is 50 degrees. As of…
Forget that spring diet — at least for a day — because March 15 is Free Cone Day at Dairy Queen. At non-mall locations throughout the Garden State, the ice-cream chain will give away a free small vanilla ice cream cone. There’s a catch, however. As with free pancake day last week at IHOP, DQ visitors…
MORRISTOWN — The trial of a Parsippany woman charged with killing East Hanover community leader Ralph Politi Jr. in a 2012 DWI crash entered its third week Monday with the lead detective returning to the stand in a courtroom packed with Politi’s family and friends. East Hanover Police Sgt. Jack Ambrose, who was friends with Politi…
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Freeholders have proclaimed March, 2016, as American Red Cross Month in Morris County, asking residents to recognize and thank our “Everyday Heroes’’ – the selfless Red Cross volunteers and donors who give of their time and resources to help the community.
“The Red Cross responds to disasters big and small; and, in fact, every eight minutes the organization responds to a community disaster by providing shelter, food, emotional support and other necessities to those affected,’’ said Freeholder Director Kathy DeFillippo.
Christy Hodde of the American Red Cross, and Freeholders Kathy DeFillippo, and Hank Lyon
The proclamation was issued at the March 9 freeholder meeting in Morristown to Christy Hodde, Executive Director of the New Jersey Crossroads Chapter of the American Red Cross.
“Morris County is full of every day heroes. They are our compassionate Red Cross volunteers, selfless blood donors and generous supporters who help their neighbors when they need it most,” said Hodde. “We thank the Morris County Freeholders for honoring them during Red Cross Month for their outstanding service in our community.”
The New Jersey Crossroads Chapter serves a population of 1.1 million people in Morris, Union and Warren Counties, and Millburn and Short Hills in Essex County. Here are some statistics for the Red Cross in N.J. in 2015:
Responded to 889 local disasters, helping 1,820 families displaced by fires.
Collected 89,000 units of blood through blood drives and donation centers.
Trained 117,000 people with life-saving skills, such as CPR.
Provided assistance to 4,000 military families.
This was made possible by the generous contribution of time by 5,800 volunteers, including many in Morris County.
Hodde explained that Red Cross volunteers help families find shelter after a home fire, give blood to help trauma victims and cancer patients, deliver comfort items to military members in the hospital, use lifesaving skills to save someone from a heart attack, drowning, or choking; and enable children to be vaccinated from measles and rubella, among many of their contributions.
“Whereas, the American Red Cross depends on local heroes to deliver help and hope during a disaster, we applaud our heroes here in Morris County who give of themselves to assist their neighbors,’’ stated the freeholders’ resolution.
For more information on the American Red Cross visit the Crossroads Chapter click here.
PARSIPPANY — The Parsippany Democratic Committee held its 17th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Lunch on Sunday, March 13 at Kafe Mozart. The event was standing room only with special guest speaker Jersey City Mayor and a 2017 gubernatorial hopeful, Steven M. Fulop.
Michael Soriano, Steven Fulop, Chip Robinson, Matt Clarkin and Parth Parikh. Photos by Joanne Rich
Fulop was elected the 49th Mayor of Jersey City on May 14, 2013.
During his time as Mayor, he has shown what smart, progressive leadership can accomplish – and opened a new chapter for Jersey City.
Under his leadership, Jersey City became the first city in the state – and the sixth city in the country – to ensure paid sick leave. Steve has pioneered new ideas for helping prisoners re-enter society; he’s passed legislation to protect small businesses; encouraged more to open shop; made Jersey City one of the greenest towns in the nation. He’s undertaken sweeping public safety reform; the JCPD is now seen as a model for diversity around the nation. And he’s led the city to record economic development that’s benefited families of all income levels. All without raising taxes.
Steve is a first-generation American, a lifelong New Jerseyan, a Marine, and a triathlete. He grew up in a Jewish family in Edison, New Jersey, the son of Romanian immigrants. His mother was the daughter of Holocaust survivors and worked in an immigration services office helping others gain citizenship. His father owned a delicatessen nearby in Newark, where Steve worked behind the counter as a teenager.
Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop
Steve graduated from Binghamton University in 1999 and spent time abroad studying at Oxford University in the UK. After college, he joined Goldman Sachs, the investment banking firm, working in Chicago and later in Manhattan and Jersey City.
On the morning of September 11, 2001, Steve was working in lower Manhattan when he saw the first plane strike the Twin Towers. A few weeks later, he decided to put his career at Goldman Sachs on hold and join the United States Marine Corps.
Steve’s Reserve Unit deployed to Iraq in January 2003. There, Steve served as part of the 6th Engineer Support Battalion. He traveled into Baghdad during the early weeks of the war.
In 2006, Steve completed his service to the Marine Corps Reserve with the rank of Corporal.
Greg Elbin, Former Mayor Mimi Letts and Howard Letts (standing)
After his service in Iraq, Steve returned to Goldman Sachs, leaving in early 2006 to take a position at Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. That year, he also completed both his Masters in Business Administration at the New York University Stern School of Business and his Masters in Public Administration at Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs.
Steve first tried his hand at politics, running for Congress in 2004. He lost.
But the next year, Steve ran for the Jersey City Council, and the result was different. He served as a councilman for eight years before becoming Mayor.
Parsippany Democratic Committee Chairman Matt Clarkin
Also during the luncheon, the committee honored, Julia and Robert Peterson.
Brooklyn-born Bob and Parsippany born Julia met while working in a Rochester, Federally-funded Follow Through program. They lived there for over thirty years, bought a house and raised Jessica and Mark. They served on board of the Unitarian Church and Delphi (Bob) and the League of Women Voters and various (PTA’s). Bob worked for twenty-one of those years as a pre-shcool diagnostic psychologist with the City School District. Julie earned a Master of Fine Arts degree in printmaking and papermaking and worked as a program directory linking performances and teaching artists with teachers.
Julia Peterson with her grandson Mark
They moved to Parsippany in 2004 to main the Livingston Benedict House, a national register property which has been in Julia’s family since 1857.
Bob serves on the board of Preschool Advantage, which gives scholarships to pre-school to families that cannot afford the cost. Julie servers on the board of Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms and is a member of the Historic Preservation Advisory Committee of Parsippany-Troy Hills.
Their ten years on the executive committee of the Democratic Committee have been filled with friendship and hard work. Thanks to all who have volunteered, run, canvassed and phoned. They have met and come to know a group of wonderful people, and will keep working to get good candidates elected.
Committee member MaryAnn Fisher said “Such a wonderful celebration of the Democratic spirit and of the most amazing couple that ignites that spirit. Thank you Bob and Julia Dutton Peterson for all that you do and all that you are!”
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, and 70 more at its Parsippany headquarters, received the same award in 2015.
