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Madison Rotary Donates Over 150 Pounds of Fresh Vegetables to Local Food Pantries

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Frank Cahill
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Madison Rotary's Green Thumbs Yield Over 150 Pounds for Food Pantries

MADISON — Madison Rotary members have worked hard this summer, cultivating various vegetables for donation to the First Baptist Church and Interfaith Food Pantries. Their efforts have yielded over 150 pounds of fresh produce, including tomatoes, beets, beans, and greens.

They have begun planting fall crops such as spinach, kale, and lettuce as the seasons change. In addition to their gardening efforts, the Madison Rotary supports the First Baptist Church of Madison’s food pantry by collecting canned and dry goods from residents every other Saturday.

The Madison Rotary is a dedicated community service organization focused on making a positive impact in the Madison area. Their efforts include a variety of charitable activities, such as gardening to support local food pantries, where they grow and donate fresh produce. Additionally, the club regularly organizes food collection drives to aid those in need. Through these and other initiatives, the Madison Rotary embodies the Rotary motto of “Service Above Self,” continually working to enhance the well-being of their community.

Surrogate Heather Darling to Discuss Wills, Trusts, and Estates at Morris County Library

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Frank Cahill
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Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling

HANOVER — Surrogate Heather J. Darling, Esq., will present an informative Wills, Trusts, and Estates session at the Morris County Library on Friday, September 20, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The discussion will cover the Surrogate’s role, the importance of having a Will, selecting an Executor, and the responsibilities that come with it. She will also address Trusts and Adult Guardianships, followed by a Q&A session. A light lunch will be provided.

No registration is required, but seating is limited to 80 attendees. The event will be held in the Public Meeting Room at 30 East Hanover Avenue, Whippany.

Community Breakfast at First Presbyterian Church of Rockaway

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MORRIS COUNTY — On Saturday, August 31st, the First Presbyterian Church of Rockaway, located at 35 Church Street, Rockaway, will host a Community Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

This event is part of their monthly initiative to bring the community together over a warm meal. Attendees are encouraged to “Come Hungry and Hopeful” and enjoy a morning of fellowship.

The event promises to be a welcoming space for all, offering a hearty breakfast and an opportunity to connect with others in the Rockaway area.

Dover Cultural Festival Announces Exciting Youth Pageant

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Frank Cahill
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Young Stars of Dover: Pageant to Highlight Local Talent

DOVER — The Dover Cultural Festival is set to host its first-ever “King and Queen of the Dover Cultural Festival” pageant, inviting local youth aged 9-14 to showcase their talents and charm.

The pageant, organized by the Town of Dover and Bri La Flor Dance Studio, will be held on September 20, 2024. Participants will compete in talent, formal wear, and a Q&A segment.

The official crowning will occur on September 28, 2024, at the Dover Cultural Extravaganza.

Registration closes on September 13, 2024.

The pageant aims to celebrate young talent in the community. All proceeds from the $5.00 general admission fee benefit the participants. Interested participants can contact Brianna at Bri La Flor Dance Studio for more details. Call  (862) 206-0772 or visit 16 West Blackwell Street, 3rd Floor, Dover.

This exciting event is a chance for the youth of Dover to shine and be celebrated as part of the vibrant local cultural scene.

Hanover Township Day Set for September 7 at Malapardis Park

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Frank Cahill
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Wagon Rides provided by Dick Kitchell

HANOVER -– Get ready for a day of community fun and entertainment as Hanover Township hosts its annual Hanover Township Day at Malapardis Park on Saturday, September 7, 2024. The event, scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., is set to be a highlight of the year, offering an afternoon filled with activities for all ages. In the event of rain, the festivities will be moved to Sunday, September 8, 2024.

This year’s lineup includes a variety of attractions designed to entertain the whole family. Attendees can look forward to live music, food vendors, and vibrant dance and cheer performances. Children will be delighted by the array of inflatables, a captivating bubble show, and interactive balloon art and face painting stations.

Wagon rides throughout the park, a fun way to take in the sights, will add to the excitement. A special karate demonstration, offering a dynamic showcase of skill and discipline, is also on the schedule.

One unique feature of the event is the HTD Stamp Card. Visitors can pick up a stamp card at the recreation tent and collect stamps from various community organization tents around the park. Those who complete their stamp cards will be entered into a raffle, allowing everyone to win great prizes.

The best part? Hanover Township Day is a free event, ensuring everyone can enjoy the festivities without worrying about costs. No registration is required, so families are encouraged to participate in the day’s activities.

Hanover Township Day is more than just an event—it’s an opportunity for the community to come together, enjoy each other’s company, and celebrate the spirit of Hanover. Make plans to attend and experience all this cherished local tradition offers.

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Joy’s Angels to Host Annual Vendor Fair Benefiting Local Cancer Patients

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Frank Cahill
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MOUNTAIN LAKES — On Sunday, September 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Joy’s Angels will hold its much-anticipated Annual Vendor Fair at their Healing Center at 333 Route 46 West. The event promises to be filled with community spirit, unique shopping opportunities, and support for a noble cause, rain or shine.

Joy’s Angels, known for its unwavering commitment to providing holistic care to cancer patients, is organizing this event to raise funds that allow their services to remain free of charge for those battling cancer. The fair will feature an array of local vendors showcasing a variety of goods, including handcrafted candles, exquisite jewelry, and captivating artwork. This is an opportunity for residents to purchase one-of-a-kind items while directly contributing to the well-being of local cancer patients.

“We’re excited to bring the community together for a day of shopping and giving back,” said a representative of Joy’s Angels. “Every purchase and donation made during the Vendor Fair will help us continue our mission to support cancer patients in their time of need.”

Attendees can expect a lively atmosphere with vendors setting up shop inside and outside the Healing Center. The event will go on regardless of weather conditions, ensuring everyone can participate in this meaningful occasion.

Joy’s Angels has become a beacon of hope for many, providing holistic healing services that address cancer patients’ emotional, physical, and spiritual needs. The proceeds from the Vendor Fair will enable the center to continue offering these critical services at no cost to those who need them most.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to attend, support the vendors, and donate to this worthy cause. For more information about the event or Joy’s Angels and its services, please visit its website or contact the center directly.

Please mark your calendars for September 29 and join Joy’s Angels in making a difference in the lives of our community’s cancer patients. For more information, call (973) 349-5584 or click here.

Strong Attendance at Morris County’s First Veteran Appreciation Day

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Frank Cahill
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Commissioner John Krickus, WWII Veteran Sydney Levit and Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw

MORRIS PLAINS — Veterans, service providers, and dignitaries from across northern New Jersey gathered this week to celebrate our military service members at the first-ever Morris County Veteran Appreciation Day, held at VFW Post 3401 in Morris Plains Borough.

The Morris County Commissioners and Morris County Veterans Services Office participated in the event organized by Welcome Home Veterans of New Jersey, Catholic Charities Diocese of Paterson, NJ SOS Veteran Stakeholders Group, VFW 3401, American Legion Post 59 of Morristown, and the New Jersey Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Portofino’s Restaurant of Morristown catered a delicious buffet.

Among the attendees was 100-year-old World War II veteran Sydney Levit, who served with the 17th Airborne Division during the Battle of the Bulge. Levit’s unit had suffered significant losses during the Normandy invasion, where over 4,400 Allied troops perished on D-Day. But his unit moved on and, during the Allied advance into Germany, played a crucial role in capturing high-ranking Nazi official Franz von Papen, who had helped Adolph Hitler rise to power.

This past June, Levit returned to France for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day, where French President Emmanuel Macron and U.S. President Joseph Biden awarded him the Legion of Honor.

“Morris County owes a debt of gratitude to our veterans, and today is just a small token of our appreciation for their service,” said Commissioner Stephen Shaw, whose father, Robert Kent Shaw, served in the Korean War. “It wasn’t until after my father passed away that I discovered the extent of his military service. Two years ago, he was posthumously awarded a distinguished service medal, which inspired me to learn more about the sacrifices he made in Korea.”

Commissioner Shaw also highlighted the Morris County Veterans Compendium, an ongoing project led by the County’s Office of Planning and Preservation to compile a comprehensive database of veterans from Morris County dating back to the Revolutionary War. The database documents veterans’ stories and backgrounds and outlines historical battle sites, encampments, and gravesites of local veterans.

In anticipation of the 25th anniversary of the War in Afghanistan on Oct. 7, 2026, local servicemembers are invited to share their stories by emailing Morris County Cultural and Historic Resources Specialist Jan Williams at [email protected].

Morris County Commissioner Director Christine Myers, Commissioners John Krickus and Thomas Mastrangelo, U.S. Rep. Mikie Sherrill, Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, N.J. Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Commissioner Vincent Solomeno, and Mark Regan, Chief of Staff for Senator Anthony M. Bucco, also expressed their gratitude to the veterans at the event.

“Morris County wants to be there for our veterans. Not just on days like today but every day. Part of veteran support is ensuring that they are employed after their selfless service to our country,” said Commissioner Krickus, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran. “That’s why we need to bring engineering and manufacturing jobs back to the United States and why workforce development boot camps at County College of Morris (CCM)—which are free for veterans—are so important.”

The CCM boot camps mentioned by the commissioner are part of the New Jersey Defense Manufacturing Community Consortium, a training program launched in 2023 through a partnership between the New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) and CCM. Congresswoman Sherrill helped secure a $5 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense, awarded to NJMEP by the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation, to educate and train veterans and their families for careers in manufacturing at no cost. The program will be available for five years and aims to assist 1,200 participants.

Morris County has expanded support for veterans by doubling the space allocated for the Veterans Services Office last year and hiring a fourth veterans service officer over the summer. The office provides various services, including mental health support, shelter placement, transportation, meal assistance, counseling, and legal services. For more information, veterans can visit the Morris County Veterans Services Office website or call (97) 285-6866.

A new federal Veterans Center Community Access Point (CAP) opened this May at the Morris County Veterans Services Office. VA counselors from the Bloomfield Vet Center are available weekly by appointment to provide services. Veterans interested in these services should call (973) 748-0980 to schedule an appointment.

Community Urged to Support Whippany Food Pantry as Supplies Run Low

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First Presbyterian Church of Whippany Calls for Help as Pantry Stock Dwindles

HANOVER — The First Presbyterian Church of Whippany, located at 494 Route 10, calls on the community for support as their year-round food pantry faces critically low supplies. While hunger is often at the top of the mind during the holiday season, it’s an ongoing struggle for many families throughout the year. The church’s food pantry plays a vital role in helping to meet these needs, but with stock running low, donations are urgently needed.

The pantry particularly needs non-perishable food items, toiletries, cleaning supplies, and paper products. The most requested items include cereal, pasta, soup, canned meats like tuna and Spam, rice, peanut butter, and condiments. Toiletries such as shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant, and feminine products are also in high demand. Additionally, cleaning supplies like Lysol wipes, window cleaner, PineSol, and dish soap are needed, along with paper products such as toilet paper, napkins, and paper towels.

Donations can be dropped off in the bin at the church’s rear, near the glass doors. The church emphasizes that every contribution, no matter how small, can significantly impact those in need.

“We rely on the generosity of our community to keep our shelves stocked and to continue serving those who rely on us,” said a representative from the church. “Hunger doesn’t take a break after the holidays, nor do we. We’re grateful for any help people can offer during this time.”

The First Presbyterian Church of Whippany hopes that with the community’s help, it can replenish its pantry and continue to provide much-needed support to local families.

For more information on donating or getting involved, the church encourages community members to visit in person or contact them directly. Together, the community can ensure that no one goes hungry in Whippany.

Mosquito Spraying Set for Friday Morning in Hanover

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER — The Morris County Mosquito Commission has scheduled mosquito spraying for Friday morning. The spraying will target areas in Hanover Township, Parsippany-Troy Hills, and Morris Township. An all-terrain vehicle and backpacks will be used to treat wood sections in these towns.

In Hanover Township, the spraying will cover Reynolds Ave (Bee Meadow Park) and Pond Rd (Brickyard Field) from 4:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Friday, August 30. Residents in these areas are advised to be aware of the treatment and take any necessary precautions.

Additionally, spraying will also occur in:

  • Parsippany-Troy Hills: DiEdwardo Court
  • Morris Township: Cedar Street

The Mosquito Commission will utilize either Anvil 2+2, with the active ingredient Sumithrin (EPA#1021-1687-8329), or Zenivex E4, with the active ingredient Etofenprox (EPA#2724-807), for the treatment.

For more information, residents can visit the Morris County Mosquito Commission’s website or call (973) 285-6450.

Cook Avenue Parking Lot Undergoes Phased Renovation in Madison

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Frank Cahill
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Phased Reconstruction of Cook Avenue Parking Lot Underway in Madison

MADISON — The Borough of Madison contractor, DLS Contracting, Inc., began the phased reconstruction of the Cook Avenue Parking Lot in June 2024.

The project included the installation of complete curbing, improved drainage systems, traffic flow changes, rain gardens, historic lighting, milling, and paving. The two phases of work were expected to last approximately 150 days.

Half of the Cook Avenue Parking Lot was closed to all vehicular traffic during the project. Access to the businesses from the rear may have experienced minor impacts.

Starting June 15, 2024, Merchant Parking Permit Holders were not permitted to park in the lot, and the Parking office sent out information about accommodations for those permit holders as soon as possible.

We appreciated the community’s cooperation as we worked to enhance the Cook Avenue Parking Lot.

*Please note that the project schedule was weather-dependent and subject to change. Updates were posted to the borough’s webpage and communicated through social media and AlertMadison notifications as needed.

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