BOONTON — Bite size morsels of juicy, savory, mouth-watering, slivers of tender beef tenderloin (filet mignon), prepared with a butter-based sauce, perched on a round of bread slices (which beefsteak protocol dictates is usually left uneaten and utilized for other purposes) continuously delivered by busy servers on loaded trays, until you cannot possibly devour another bite and throw your hands up in surrender. And do not forget the never-ending supply of crispy, freshly made French fries. Add in a picture or two of cold beer (soda or water for those who do not imbibe) to wash it all down. Sound good?
Bite size morsels of juicy, savory, mouth-watering, slivers of tender beef tenderloin
Boonton’s Walter J. Barrett, Knights of Columbus, Council 1954 hosted just such a feast this past May 20th at their Council on Church Street. The Beefsteak Dinner & Comedy Night Fundraiser was a huge success. There was not an empty seat in the spacious hall that seats two hundred; and the lively crowd knew they were in for a treat as soon as the multiple, full packed, trays of beef started to emerge from the kitchen. These all-you-can-eat, no-frills, no utensils,’ boisterous, gluttonous, fun-packed dinners are common fundraisers for many civic groups and charity fundraisers, and if you were not aware, beefsteaks are a New Jersey thing. Maybe a few in New York or Philly but most definitely a “Jersey” thing! No fancy napkins or white linen tablecloths. The Beefsteak dinner as we know it, even though similar dinners can be traced back to the mid-1800s, was resurrected in 1938 by “Hap” Nightingale, a Clifton butcher, and his classic finger food concept continues today. In fact, Nightingale’s was the caterer for this event.
Knights of Columbus Council 1954
All the proceeds for the evening’s event will go to a variety of charitable endeavors, including Special Olympics, Bishop Daugherty State Scholarships, Local Area Scholarships, Deborah Hospital Foundation, and Wounded Warrior Project, to name a few, as well as many local charities and causes throughout the year.
According to a very amicable and humble, Bob “Cat” Marcello, a Past Grand Knight, Former Federation Chairman, and 4th Degree Knight, “The Knights of Columbus, founded in 1882, is the world’s oldest fraternity, a Catholic organization with charity as its foremost principle. Boonton Council 1954, established in 1919 currently has 220 members, and new applicants are always welcome. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, male, and of the Roman Catholic faith. Even though he would not say it, it was clear that Bob Marcello is one of those rare individuals at the heart of organizations such as the Knights of Columbus. Applicants can receive more information by calling Mr. Marcello at (973) 263-9890
The evening did not simply end with just a great meal! First, the Council celebrated Bob Marcello’s birthday with a delicious cake, ice cream, and a rendition of “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow.” Then when everyone was full and happy and the crowd was anxious for the evening’s entertainment, out came no other than New Jersey legendary comedian and entertainer, Uncle Floyd Vivino. And never one to disappoint, in Uncle Floyd’s own inimitable style, he kept the delighted crowd laughing and cheering throughout his performance. A true local treasure!
Uncle Floyd
Congratulations to the Boonton K of C on a great event for their many great causes.
Knights of Columbus, Council 1954, 213 Church Street, Boonton, NJ 07005 – (973) 263-9890
HANOVER — Starting with the June 7 Primary Election and all subsequent primary and general elections moving forward, the Township of Hanover will no longer be utilizing the elementary and high school facilities as polling locations.
The new polling locations within the Township will be Hildale Park Presbyterian Church, Hanover Township Community Center, and the Whippany Fire House.
• All registered voters who previously voted in District 2 & 3 Mountview Road School will now vote at Hildale Park Presbyterian Church, 85 Ridgedale Avenue, Cedar Knolls.
• All registered voters who previously voted in District 5 Memorial Junior School will now vote at the Community Center, 15 N. Jefferson Road, Whippany.
• All registered voters who previously voted in District 6 Whippany Park High School will now vote at the Whippany Fire Department, 10 Troy Hills Road, Whippany.
• All registered voters who previously voted in District 7 and District 8 Salem Drive School will now vote at the Whippany Fire Department, 10 Troy Hills Road, Whippany.
• All registered voters who previously voted in District 9 Bee Meadow School will now vote at the Community Center, 15 N. Jefferson Road, Whippany.
The location of your new polling place will appear on the sample Primary Election ballot you receive prior to the June 7, 2022 election. If you have any questions about your new polling place, please contact me at (973) 428-2466 or e-mail kdigiorqio@hanovertownship.com.
MORRIS PLAINS — The following students have been named to the dean’s list for the spring 2022 semester at the University of Vermont:
Euwen Brennan, Biological Science major, from Morris Plains, is in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Claire Fagan, Sociology major, from Morris Plains, is in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Fiona Foley, Psychological Science major, from Morris Plains, is in the College of Arts and Sciences.
To be named to the dean’s list, students must have a grade-point average of 3.0 or better and rank in the top 20 percent of their class in their respective college or school.
About UVM
Since 1791, the University of Vermont has worked to move humankind forward. UVM’s strengths align with the most pressing needs of our time: the health of our societies and the health of our environment. Our size-large enough to offer a breadth of ideas, resources, and opportunities, yet intimate enough to enable close faculty-student mentorship across all levels of study allows us to pursue these interconnected issues through cross-disciplinary research and collaboration. Providing an unparalleled educational experience for our students, and ensuring their success, are at the core of what we do. As one of the nation’s first land grant universities, UVM advances Vermont and the broader society by discovering and applying new knowledge.
UVM is derived from the Latin Universitas Viridis Montis (in English, University of the Green Mountains).
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Christoph Kimker, and Morris Township Acting Chief Robert Shearer announce the arrest of Michael Rave, 53, of Morris Township.
The defendant has been charged with one count of Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM)) in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4b(5)biii, a third-degree offense; four counts of Promoting Obscene Material, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:34-3b(2), a third-degree offense; and four counts of Criminal Sexual Contact, in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:14-3b, a fourth-degree offense.
The investigation began with a CyberTip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), referencing video files allegedly depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor.
It is alleged that Defendant was in possession of numerous videos of himself engaged in an online chat website called “Omegle,” wherein he allegedly exposed himself to several 14-year-old victims.
The victims in these instances have been identified by law enforcement. Rave was arrested on the above charges on May 26, and after his arrest, was transported to the Morris County Correctional Facility.
Upon being formally advised of the charges against him, he was released pursuant to Criminal Justice Reform and is pending a Pre-Indictment Conference on June 28, 2022.
Prosecutor Carroll would like to thank the Morris Township Police Department, Department of Homeland Security, Morris County Sheriff’s Emergency Response Team (SERT), New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Unit, and the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Unit for their efforts in the investigation and arrest of this defendant.
Editor’s Note: An arrest or the signing of a criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Board of County Commissioners presented their Distinguished Military Service Medals to ten veterans today at the Morris County Annual Memorial Day Observance ceremony outside the Morris County Courthouse in Morristown, where honors also were delivered by state legislators and Congressional representatives.
U.S. Reps. Mikie Sherrill and Thomas Malinowski, Sen. Anthony Bucco, Assemblywoman Aura Dunn, and Assemblyman Christian Barranco also presented honors to the veterans, whose service ranged from the Korean War to Operation Enduring in Afghanistan and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen
“These medals are unique to Morris County, and they have been awarded for well over 20 years to veterans or their family members to honor their service to our country. And we are proud to continue our tradition today,” said Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen.
“These medals began when we wanted to honor our Greatest Generation – those who fought inWorld War II. But we expanded the program to cover other times of service by our men and women, including the Korean War, Vietnam, and other conflicts when our armed forces put their lives on the line. Once again, we are officially expanding our program. This year, we will include medals specifically designed to recognize service in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan,” said Selen.
The Guest Speaker was Emerson Crooks of the VFW Post 7333 in Randolph, which is hosting the Vietnam Memorial “Moving Wall” – a half-sized replica of the Washington, D.C. monument – at the County College of Morris from July 7 through July 11. Mr. Emerson spoke of the need to continue to honor veterans, noting that the WWI Memorial and WWII Memorials in Washington, D.C. are getting fewer visitors each year and that he fears the monument to his generation’s service in Vietnam will suffer the same fate.
Father Stepan Bilyk of St. John’s Ukrainian Catholic Church in Whippany provided the invocation for the event, beginning with some remarks about Ukraine’s resilience and hope in the face of the ongoing invasion by Russian forces.
Recipients of the Morris County Distinguished Service Medals
Ketankuma “Ketan” A. Shah, Parsippany Served in the United States Marine Corps in both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Living in North Bergen when he joined the Marine Corps, Mr. Shah served beginning in March 2002 after the terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C. the previous fall. He continued to serve through August 2010, being trained as a machine gunner and receiving commendations that included the Combat Action Ribbon, Overseas Deployment Ribbon, a Marksman Rifle Badge, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M device, and a Presidential Citation.
Mr. Shah now has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, and Finance, and he is currently employed as a corporate tax analyst. He volunteers his time organizing Toys for Tots charity campaigns.
Joseph Bryan Barbato, Boonton Township Served in both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom during nearly 15-years of service with the New Jersey Army National Guard.
Mr. Barbato, who grew up in Haskell, began his service in 2008, which included deployments to Iraq, Afghanistan, Bahrain, Somalia, the Horn of Africa, and within the continental United States in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He is still finishing his service with the military’s COVID-19 response, which he has been attached to since December 2020.
Mr. Barbato, who has lived in Boonton Township in recent years, is a recipient of the Combat Infantry Badge, the Armed Forces Reserve Medal with “M” Device and 10-Year Bronze Hourglass, the Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Army Good Conduct Medal and the Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal.
Mr. Barbato received a Masters of Social Work degree from Ramapo College, and he works part-time as a social worker and in private security. He enjoys working out at the gym and football.
Robert Kent Shaw, Boonton Township (posthumous) Served in the Korean War after being inducted into the U.S. Army on April 11, 1951, and, upon returning from Korea on April 17, 1953, Mr. Shaw was transferred to the Army Reserves and honorably discharged on May 6, 1957.
Born in Yeadon PA on July 20, 1929, Mr. Shaw graduated as a machinist from The Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades in Media, PA before entering the military. He served in Korea as a Private First Class with the 7th Infantry Division, also known as the Bayonet Division.
The 7th Infantry Division defended the line from Mundung-ni to the rim of “Punchbowl,” from October 1951 through March 1952. The 7th Infantry also assaulted and captured “Triangle,” “Sandy” and “Jane Russell” hills in October of 1952. Mr. Shaw was a small arms repairman who put his machinist skills to work when the parts for weapons were in short supply. He convinced his commanding officer to set up a machine shop so he could fabricate the needed parts.
Mr. Shaw received the Korean Service Ribbon with three campaign stars and the United Nations Service Ribbon.
After his honorable discharge, he met and married his wife, Anita, and settled in New Jersey, moving in 1967 to Mountain Lakes, where Bob liked to say that they were on vacation 365 days a year. The couple had a daughter and two sons during their 60-year marriage, and four grandchildren.
Initially, Mr. Shaw worked in the field of industrial pollution control where he became a recognized authority in paper mill wastewater treatment and an officer of the Whippany Paper Board Company. In 1973 he founded Shaw Built Homes and became a leader in the home building industry. He served as president of the Builders Association of Somerset and Morris, and he was inducted into the New Jersey Builders Hall of Fame.
In 2000 he was honored as a distinguished alumnus of the Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades. Mr. Shaw inherited a lifelong love of fishing, hunting, boating, and the outdoors. He shared this and his enthusiasm for flying, antique cars, and photography with his family.
David Ernest Brady, Morristown
Served as a U.S Army Medical Corpsman in his term of service, from November 1964 through October 1970 during the Vietnam War.
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William Everett Brady, Morristown Served in the U.S. Army, stationed in Korea during the Vietnam War from June 1962 through June 1965.
Arthur Charles Schumm, Rockaway Borough
Served with the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War from May 2, 1968, through March 30, 1972.
Carl “Mike” Cabañas, Morristown Served in both Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom with the U.S. Army from Oct. 1, 2000, through July 21, 2013.
John P. Wagener, Montville Served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, from June 1957 through May 1969.
Thomas Philip Infusino, III, Montville Served in the New Jersey Army National Guard, including a tour in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom in 2013.
Nancy M. Jones, Wharton Served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from August 1967 through September 1968.
Richard Alan Elfenbein, Flanders (posthumous) Served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from 1966 through 1968.
“Look Back On A Fallen Morris County Hero”
The Morris County Commissioners also continued a tradition of including in the annual ceremony a “We do not forget our heroes in Morris County, especially those who fall in combat or during military service. It is traditional to remember at least one by name at our Memorial Day Observance, and this year we look back on one who suffered through one of the most brutal conflicts of our nation: The Civil War,” said Deputy Commissioner John Krickus. “Charles Spencer’s life and service to our nation were short, and a story of the sadness and human tragedy found in every war.”
MORRIS PLAINS — On Saturday, May 28, starting at 9:00 a.m., the Borough of Morris Plains will hold its annual Memorial Day service at Roberts Garden, at the corner of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way.
The traditional memorial service, conducted by members of the Morris Plains VFW Watnong Post #3401 and Denville American Legion Post 390, will be followed by comments from special guest speaker Brigadier General William M. Boruff from Picatinny Arsenal.
Then at 9:30 a.m., the 36th Annual Memorial Day Parade will start near the intersection of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way. The parade travels south on Mountain Way, east on Rosedale Avenue, then north along Speedwell Avenue, past the reviewing stand at the corner of Franklin Place, opposite the railroad station.
The parade then continues north up Littleton Road to Route 53 north where it ends at the VFW Watnong Post #3401.
In 2022, our Grand Marshal is Philip T. Wilk. He is being honored for having served for 50 years as a Morris Plains firefighter. He also is a retired police officer from the Morris Plains Police Department. Phil is joined by his son, Philip, and daughter, Megan in the Central Park Carriage.
The parade, the largest in Morris County, consists of 100 units representing local and county organizations with 16 bands including the Orange High School Marching Tornadoes Band, the Salaam Shrine Temple Oriental Band, the Rory O’Moore Pipe Band, the Denville String Band, and featured at the end of the Parade, the Morristown High School Marching Colonials.
Highlights of the parade will be an appearance by the Future Marines of RSS Northwest, the Mega Robot, and the Idaho Potato Truck that barely fits under the underpass.
Also, once again, The Golden Gup and Lulu will appear and play patriotic tunes while Korean War veteran Dudley Werner; 101-year-old veteran Walter C. Ness; and Mickey and Minnie Mouse accompany them.
And the VFW will host a post-parade gathering for all, with free hot dogs, soda, and beer–plus pony rides, a climbing wall, bounce-around, face-painting, and balloons, courtesy of the parade committee. (No parking at the VFW; please park at the ballfield or the Honeywell lot, just beyond the VFW.)
In case of bad weather, call (973) 538-0325 after 6:30 a.m. to check the parade status.
MORRIS COUNTY — Join Morris County Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals Committee for this casual networking event to kick off the program for the year! A cash bar will be available.
This event is free and open for all Chamber members under 40, and no registration is required.
This event will be held on Wednesday, May 25 from 5:30 p.m.to 7:30 p.m. at Homestead Bar and Kitchen, 10 Dehart Street, Morristown.
EAST HANOVER — The East Hanover Health Department and the Roseland Board of Health will conduct a Skin Cancer Screening Program on Wednesday, June 8 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Senior Citizens’ Center, 96 Mt. Pleasant Avenue.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology Association, millions of people have been educated about the importance of sun protection and early cancer detection through a skin cancer screening program.
As a result, countless lives have been saved by identifying melanomas in their earliest, most treatable stage. The AAD encourages everyone to take steps to prevent skin cancer and detect it early when it’s most treatable.
This is especially important for men over 50 as they have an increased risk of developing melanoma compared to the general population.
There is no cost for this program.
Residents interested in the program are encouraged to call the East Hanover Health Department (973) 888-6035 for more information to register.
EAST HANOVER — Mayor Joe Pannullo and Township Council present East Hanover’s 2022 Memorial Day Ceremony on May 30 at Town Square Park, located on Ridgedale Avenue, at 10:00 a.m.
There will be a wreath-laying ceremony honoring the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our Nation’s freedom.
Cade Herman, Brendan Criscione, Kenneth Vellon, Darian Dadgari, Alexis Reynolds, Bryant Espaillat, Instructor Joseph Mastropierro, Joshua Carter, Veeral Dave and Instructors Emily Guderian and Jacqueline Thompson
MORRIS COUNTY — County College of Morris (CCM) recently celebrated the latest graduates from its Culinary Opportunity (COP) and Horticultural Opportunity (HOP) programs, as it also has begun recruiting for the next class for the training sessions for adults with developmental disabilities.
COP prepares students for entry-level food production or packaging positions in a grocery, supermarket, convenience store, or food market. Students in the program also obtain Serv-Safe certification and are provided with resume preparation and interviewing skills, along with the opportunity to meet potential employers.
Students in HOP gain hands-on experience in horticultural practices ranging from greenhouse production to landscape maintenance, to floriculture. Students learn about the safe use of tools, soil preparation, and seeding, transplanting techniques, caring for houseplants, etc. As with the COP program, students learn how to put together a resume and interviewing skills and have the opportunity to meet with potential employers.
On May 19, the college held a ceremony to honor the graduates from this semester’s COP and HOP programs, several of whom have already obtained employment in their respective fields.
COP graduates from this Spring Semester are Joshua Carter, of Flanders; Brendan Criscione, of Bernardsville; Darian Dadgari of Ledgewood; Veeral Dave, of Parsippany; Bryant Espaillat, of Morris Plains, Cade Herman of Oak Ridge, Alexis Reynolds, of Denville; and Kenneth Vellon, of Newark. This is the sixth class that has graduated from COP.
HOP graduates from the Spring Semester, which was the program’s second set of graduates, are Louis DeVito, of Long Valley; Kevin Hasenbein, of Morristown; Ryan May, of Morristown; Avi Saunders, of Livingston; and Jordan Walther, of Great Meadows.
Speaking to the graduates, Irena Kaler, director of Workforce Development & Community Partnerships, commended them for their hard work, determination, and cheerful attitudes, saying, “The sun shines brighter when you are around.”
Both programs are limited to eight students to provide individualized and extensive hands-on training. For more information on COP click here and for HOP click here.
The Guest Speaker was Emerson Crooks of the VFW Post 7333 in Randolph, which is hosting the Vietnam Memorial “Moving Wall” – a half-sized replica of the Washington, D.C. monument – at the County College of Morris from July 7 through July 11. Mr. Emerson spoke of the need to continue to honor veterans, noting that the WWI Memorial and WWII Memorials in Washington, D.C. are getting fewer visitors each year and that he fears the monument to his generation’s service in Vietnam will suffer the same fate.
