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Whippany Park High School Announces Honor Roll for Third Marking Period

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Frank Cahill
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Whippany Park High School

HANOVER — The following is the honor roll for Whippany Park High School for the third marking period.

Distinguished Honors are for grades of 4.00 or above for the marking period. High Honors are for grades of 3.50 to 3.99 for the marking period. Honors are for grades of 3.00 to 3.49 for the marking period.

Distinguished Honors
Grade 12

Isabela Abend, Hector Angulo, Rachel Austin, Grace Benanti, Christopher Berardino, Jennarose Bergamini, Abigail Bernstein, Keely Bowe, Gabriela Brulato, Catherine Buono, Jaycen Burke, Jacqueline Campbell, Kai Chiu, Michael Cortright, Emma Cowhig, Michael Cowhig, Sydney Cowhig, Blanca Duque, Jason Eagan, Francesca Gagliardi, Brooke Gasparine, Jake Gillespie,Antonia Giordano, Jonathan Gomez, Matthew Griffin, Michael Grogan, Talia Guffanti,Richard Hingos,Jake Honl, Amanda Hsu, Jessica Ignozza, James Jeffers,Juan Pablo Juarez, Noah Kaplan, Nicholas Keenan, Ryan Kowzun, Luke Laterza, Ava Lautato, Olivia Lee, Seoyeon Lee, Wyatt Lieto, Andrew Lin, Abigail Loth, Olivia Marino, Mark McCormick, Russell Menoni, Lisa Middleton, Nicolas Mixich, Reece Montano, Kathleen Mulligan, Kevin Nasseri, Tara O’Rourke, Alaina Pagulayan, Janvi Patel, Jennifer Robinson, John Roe Jr., Dominic Roselli, Audrie Saad, Cadence Sabatino, Ari Sagor, Stephany Said, Devon Slater, Daniel Song, Charlotte Speck, Kathryn Steinberg, Katelyn Stitt, Mikayla Swan, Daniel Szewczyk, Ereka Topinka, Vanessa Topinka, Adam Trinh, Dominick Valenti, Samantha Vitale, Ashley Yanovak, and Matthew Yee.

Grade 11

Mateo Andrade-Marin, Addison Ayash, Julia Benson, Alexander Berardino, Jacob Birecki, Katherine Carroll, Madeline Carroll, Maximilian Chiou, Isabella Cruz, Lucas D’Addozio, Angelina Damico, Maris Day, Abigail Feeley, Trey Forte, Gabriel Garcia Cortes, Sergio Giraldo, Emma Guerard, George Hemmer, Samantha Heusser, Owen Hsu, Aiden Kakoullis, Amelia Kitchell, Declan Koch, Vanessa Larice, Aquin Lynes, Kayleigh McArdle, Jessica Meng, Nicholas Montano, Adam Mueller, Ryan Munsey, Isha Narine, Tyler Pinho, Luke Puchnowski, Sean Quinn, Nicole Rider, Gabriel Rivera Gonzalez, Megan Robertson, Rachel Rolfe, Ronald Rusin, Alex Ruvo, Leina Saliani, Michael Schlesier, Sophia Selitto, Daniel Sierchio, Ravi Thakkar, Ryan Turnbull, Peter Urato, Fernando Vargas, Henry Vatoci, Cecilia Verchinski, Steve Wang, Ellie Williams, Kaylee Wohlgemuth, Carolyn Wu, Zoe Yoo, Joshua Young, Michelle Zhao, and Zhennan Zhao.

Grade 10

Alex Birecki, Khayla Blake, Brooke Bucci, Cecile Chiu, Shannon Clarke, Samuel Cobane, Samantha Costanza, Ian Cynk, Linnea DeAngelis, Katrina Duong, Manna Elessawy, Dylan Eng, Alex Fu, Raelyn Furey, Taylor Gasparine, Daniella Geary, Cate Grogan, Kaitlyn Hemmer, Gaven Hesse, Colin Hoppes, Lacey Iuliano, Asha Kumar, Natalie Lenzi, Tyler Leonard, Leonardo Lima, Efan Lin, Jada Lo, Molly Mack, Hailey Maes, Delilah Mihalko, Adam Miliziano, Kaitlyn Mitrenga, Mathias Mixich, Ella Monaco, Thomas Moran, Brianna Napolitano, Liuiu Oka, Bianca Padilla, Dominic Perrello, Tyler Petty, Tanvi Radhakrishnan, Maia Rosamilia, Sarah Rossi, Janavi Sakpal, Roman Sapio, Ava Sarrel, Isabella Savastano, Danielle Scoblete, Dominic Sette, Sienna Smith, Lauren Stelwagon, Kelly Stitt, Karl Stockert, Ashley Thomas, Brynne Weber, Lindsay Wu, Kenny Yang, and Ryan Yu.

Grade 9

Samantha Abdou, Eashan Abraham, Youssef Ahmed, Nimisha Anand, Claire Bang, Mia Bellomo, Sadie Boudreau, Alexa Bowe, Brendan Burt, Ciara Caroff, Alana Cassidy, Roderick Chu, Michael D’Addario, Nicholas DeAngelis, Emily deRonde, Sofia DiMuzio, Kevin Duong, Harutyun Garibian, Lyndsay Gnardellis, Daniel Gold, Evelyn Hare, Hashem Husseini, Oleksandr Kulyk, Nicolette Liloia, Angela Liu, Milan Lopez-Tassan, Riley Marcus, Colin McSorley, Kaia Mihalko, Colin Mullooly, Olivia Organowski, Angela Papayianis, Aaima Razzaq, Sawyer Remaly, Derek Rider, Abigail Saad, Jacob Schacherls, Kathryn Schlesier, Nicholas Shatynski, Demiana Sierchio, Andrew Steinberg, Sienna Stella, Kiera Swartz, Matthew Szewczyk, Katie Vatoci, Lorraina Ventura, Victoria Vito, Kyleigh Weber, Alyson Wong, Amelia Yin, Krystina Zhao, and Grant Zou.

High Honors
Grade 12

Vanessa Aguirre, Luis Albarran, Parth Bhatt, Olivia Brueno, Alexandra Carrone, Christina Conrads, Kyle James, Shane Kelly, Jake Krowiak, Thomas LaCapra, Alyssa Pieper, Catherine Rees, and Sarah White.

Grade 11

Michael Ahern, Jake Cefolo, Nicole D’Angelo, Natalia DelPurgatorio, Jonathan Ehrhardt, Michael Fahmie, Lainey Krak, Kimberly Le, Ruby LeDonne, Gianna Leone, Natalie Mascolo, Luke Millman, Tessa Molinare, Patrick Mulligan, Gabriella Navarro, Lily Pecora, Anthony Sauchelli, Gregory Schwartz, Mikaela Schwippert, John Scoblete, James Tecza, Mikayla Towman, Deniz Tuncay, Raffaela Urato, Madeline Van Veen, and Olivia Vella.

Grade 10

Justin Bachman, Colin Burke, Marvin Chu, Lauren Cowhig, Marco De Crescenzo, Zoe Eagan, Anthony Facchino, Andrew Farrell, Kyle Fischer, Anthony Gagliardi, Anthony Gioiello, Victoria Greenberg, Andrew Guffanti, Diego Juarez, Marcus Lam, Kenny Le, Carl Levinsky, Owen Lieto, Griffin Lynes, Nicolas Monaco, Gustavo Naranjo, Gia Nitto, Anthony Parrello, Brady Rees, Sofia Rotella, Jonathan Sagor, Deana Simonetti, Kelly Stitt, Averie Tupper, Ashley Vargas, Melissa Wilson, and Rebecca Yee.

Grade 9

Michael Bimonte, Sofia Blaschak, Michael Buono, Sophia Caro, Christina Catalano, Om Dash, Carmina Facchino, Michaela Falduto, Samantha Fehir, James Fico, Alejandro Garcia Cortes, Christian Giangrande, Samuel Giraldo, Briana Gomez, Kara Grado, Madelyn Kaser, Gavin Kelly, Samantha Leone, Erin McSorley, Mia Milano,Thomas Mullen, Aaliyah Nahiam, James Plock, Rocco Rizzitello, Nicholas Rocco, Matthew Rusin, Olivia Scott, Jacob Spagnuolo, and Daniel Winters.

Honors

Grade 12

Dylan Ditore, Mathew Lasota, Isabel Mondano, and Conner Stitt.

Grade 11

Caeden Burkhard, Brandon Gibbons, Jack Sheridan, and Steve White.

Grade 10

Justin Calafiore, Robert Schneider, and Sofia Tortorello.

Grade 9

Luke Addeo, Amir Farag, Reese Scott, and Marco Sebolao.

Hanover Economic Development Plans Annual Business Networking Event

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER — Join the Hanover Economic Development Advisory Committee for its Annual Business Networking Event for Businesses Located in Hanover Township.

If you are a business located within Hanover Township, please join the Hanover Township Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAC) on Wednesday, June 14, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. to network with your fellow Hanover businesses, learn about the history of the Whippany Railway, tour the Whippany Train Museum, and take a train ride on the M&E Railway to the edge of Morristown, all while learning about Whippany’s history along the way. We’ll also be providing food and enjoying Double Tap Brewery’s offerings!

This year’s business networking event in Hanover will be co-hosted by M&E Railway, offering attendees a unique train experience featuring antique restored train cars from the golden age of train travel.

Provided sufficient interest and commitment, we will provide any business in Hanover Township with a table to promote their businesses to the attendees.

Tentative Agenda:

  • 5:00 Registration Opens, Food and Drink
  • 5:30 Opening Remarks
  • 5:40 Presentation by Chuck Jensen, President and COO, M&E Railway
  • 6:00 Tour of Whippany Train Museum – Mike Dodge
  • 7:00 Train ride to the edge of Morristown
  • 8:00 Closing Remarks and Door Prize

Please RSVP ASAP by email to [email protected]  with this info:

  • Name & Address of Business, name of attendee(s) (limit to 3) & contact info
  • Indicate if you want a table to promote your business

 

 

Michaela Buckley Named to President’s List at Bob Jones University

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Frank Cahill
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Michaela Buckley

MOUNTAIN LAKES — Michaela Buckley, a Senior Kinesiology major from Mountain Lakes, was among over 650 Bob Jones University students named to the Spring 2023 President’s List.

The President’s List recognizes students who earn a 3.75 or higher grade point average for the semester.

Located in Greenville, South Carolina, Bob Jones University provides an outstanding regionally accredited Christian liberal arts education designed to inspire a lifelong pursuit of learning, loving, and leading.

BJU offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in religion, education, fine arts and communication, arts and science, health professions, and business.

BJU has over 3,000 students from nearly every state and more than 40 countries. We are committed to the truth of Scripture and to pursuing excellence in all we do.

Jefferson Township Man Faces Aggravated Sexual Assault and Associated Charges

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Frank Cahill
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File Photo. Photo for illustration purposes only. The actual incident may not reflect the photo.

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Jefferson Township Police Chief Paul Castimore confirmed the arrest of Michael Figueroa, 31, Jefferson Township, on Aggravated Sexual Assault and related charges.

It is alleged that a narcotics investigation led investigators to obtain a search warrant for Figueroa’s residence. The search resulted in the seizure of multiple handguns, a pump action rifle, approximately eleven bricks of suspected heroin weighing less than one-half ounce, a bag of suspected cocaine weighing less than one-half ounce, ammunition, and one digital scale.

Figueroa was charged on April 19 with two counts of Certain second-degree Persons not to have Weapons, two counts of second-degree Possession of a Firearm while Distributing Drugs, two counts of third-degree Possession of a CDS, two counts of third-degree Possession of a CDS with Intent to Distribute, and one count of fourth-degree Possession with Intent to Distribute Drug Paraphernalia.

Following his arrest, investigators discovered material that depicted the alleged sexual abuse of a child under 13 years of age on Figueroa’s smartphone. It is alleged that the sexual assaults of this child occurred over the course of two years at the defendant’s residence in Jefferson Township. Investigators also located additional images of Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) on the defendant’s phone.

On May 1, Figueroa was charged with four counts of first degree Aggravated Sexual Assault, three counts of second-degree Sexual Assault, two counts of second-degree Endangering the Welfare of a child (sexual conduct and physical abuse), one count of first-degree Production of CSAM, one count of second degree Endangering the Welfare of a Child (Filming Sexual Act), and one count of third-degree Possession of CSAM.

The State filed a Motion for Pretrial Detention, which was granted following a Detention Hearing on May 5. As a result, Figueroa will remain in the Morris County Correctional Facility in accordance with the Criminal Justice Reform Act.

Anyone with any information about this investigation should call the Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite these accusations, the defendants are presumed innocent unless and until he or she has been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

May MPAC Music Students of the Month Outstanding Band Members

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Frank Cahill
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First Row: Dominick Caponegro, Neil Chopra, Paul Ippolito and Thalia Milow; Second Row Everett Palumbo, Natalie Roszkowski, Sri Niranjan Gandhirajan Shivakkumar. Not pictured Aaron Andino and Benjamin Sebiri.

MORRIS COUNTY —The outstanding band members of MPAC’s Music Students of the Month are recognized for their exceptional performance.

Students from Parsippany, Boonton Morristown, Mendham, and Butler schools were honored as Mayo Performing Arts Center’s May 2023 Music Students of the Month – Outstanding Band Members — before the Friday, May 5 performance by John Pizzarelli.

Students were nominated by their teachers and were chosen by the Theatre’s Education Department based on their commitment to excellence in the performing arts. The students were honored on stage before the concert and had an opportunity to meet John Pizzarelli.  The Theatre will honor a group of students every month throughout the season and invites area teachers to nominate students for this honor.

The 2022-2023 Music Student of the Month program is supported by The Walter F. and Alice Gorham Foundation, Inc.

Dominick Caponegro: Grade 11, Parsippany High School; Parsippany; Nominated by Gregory Dalakian

Dominick Caponegro has been a dedicated member of our music program since, even before, he entered Parsippany High School! He always shows great enthusiasm and passion for being a member of the PHS Band program. He is a talented musician and has contributed his skills to our ensembles (Concert Band, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Marching Band) on various instruments, including trumpet, tuba & sousaphone, bass trombone, and even guitar. Dominick has even gone on to participate in local area ensembles, including the North Jersey Area Band and TubaChristmas. He has performed with classmates at local stores for PHS Band Booster fundraisers. He gives 110% to the PHS Band program, always representing PHS with Pride, Honor, and Spirit.

Sri Naranjan Gandhirajan Shivakkumar: Grade 8, Brooklawn Middle School; Parsippany; Nominated by Joseph Stella

Sri is one of the top musicians in our 8th-grade band.  He was originally a clarinetist, but when asked to help fill in a need for an oboe player last year, he rose to the occasion and began practicing even more to become proficient on this new instrument.  Although he is now playing oboe in our concert band, he still auditioned successfully for this year’s Intermediate Region Band on the clarinet.  He can often be found around the room practicing during his free time at lunch.  This year, he has even taken on the additional challenge of learning to play the tenor saxophone for our school’s jazz band and the English horn for our school musical.  He is already excelling at both of those new instruments.  Besides being a great musician, he is kind, respectful, and a joy to teach. Sri would be a fitting recipient of the Outstanding Band Member recognition.

Paul Ippolito: Grade 8, John Hill School; Boonton; Nominated by Yvonne Manca

Paul has been an asset to the music program at John Hill School. He has been at every practice with great enthusiasm. He has improved greatly over the course of the past two years. He can read difficult rhythms and can play with ease over the break.

Aaron Andino: Grade 12, Morristown High School; Morristown; Nominated by David Gallagher

Aaron is the principal trombone player for our wind ensemble at Morristown High School. He always leads by example and is caring and mature in his approach to music and interaction with his peers. He produces an incredibly vibrant sound and is an absolute rock in our low brass section. Aaron also played for our middle and high school pit orchestras this year. His talents are surpassed only by his work ethic, and I am proud to have taught him these past seven years.

Neil Chopra: Grade 8, Mountain View Middle School; Mendham; Nominated by Leigh Carpenter

Neil is a musician who performs at a level years above his age. His tone is that of a high-school or college-level player. He challenges himself with repertoire at that level as well. Recently he learned the All-State high school audition solo and memorized all 12 scales. What is even more impressive about Neil is his maturity and focus as a learner.  Neil is a consummate scholar. He is self-motivated and takes ownership of all aspects of his learning. He continually works to improve himself and always asks for clarification and help. He advocates for himself, volunteering to do solos and practicing consistently to master his music. He has participated in NJ Arts Solo and Ensemble, Junior Regions, District Honors Band, and High School Wind Ensemble auditions and performed solo at our concerts.  Neil is a musician, learner, and a fine young man of character, mature, respectful, and kind. He gets along well with his classmates and is foundational in our band sound.

Thalia Milow: Grade 8, Frelinghuysen Middle School; Morristown; Nominated by Tim Beadle

Thalia has been a multi-instrumentalist at FMS for three years and has never turned down a challenge.  Though she arrived as a flute player, she has played piano and saxophone in the jazz band and bassoon in the concert band and wind symphony.  Though Thalia has only played bassoon for about a year and a half, she successfully auditioned for North Jersey Area Band NJSMA Jr. Region band this year.  It seems no matter what she is asked to do. She works at it until she gets it.  I cannot think of a better band student to represent Frelinghuysen Middle School for Music Student of the Month!

Everett Palumbo: Grade 8, Randolph Middle School; Morristown; Nominated by Tom Davidson

Everett is consistently prepared for band rehearsals and serves as a musical leader for others in his section.  In 7th grade, Everett auditioned for the Randolph Middle School Jazz Ensemble and made the cut.  Everett found that he loved playing jazz music and liked the style and flow of it. Everett is now in 8th grade and has successfully auditioned for the RMS Jazz Ensemble again.  He had a solo in the annual Randolph Jazz Coffee House performance earlier this year.  Everett looks forward to continuing his saxophone career next year with Randolph High School and their outstanding music ensembles. Due to their amazing saxophonist Jeff Coffin, Everett loves listening to his favorite band, The Dave Matthews Band.

In addition to playing music, Everett is a multi-sport student-athlete, playing lacrosse, ice hockey, and soccer for Randolph. Lacrosse is Everett’s main sport; he plays on four teams yearly.  Everett plays for Randolph Recreation Lacrosse and was selected to play for STEPS Elite Lacrosse Club, 1More Lacrosse Select Team, and NJ Sixers Box Lacrosse Club. Everett has been chosen as the captain of his Randolph Lacrosse team this year, hoping to lead them to a championship. Even when playing sports, music helps Everett prepare for his games and helps him celebrate his achievements afterward.  Aside from playing sports, Everett is an honor student in all honors classes.

Natalie Roszkowski: Grade 8, Richard Butler Middle School; Butler; Nominated by Lyn Lowndes

I am privileged to recommend Natalie Roszkowski for the Mayo Center of the Performing Arts “Outstanding Band Member” Award. I have known Natalie since September 2018, when she joined the Richard Butler Middle School Band. Throughout the time that I have been teaching Natalie, I have found her to be a hard worker that cares about her school band, practices her clarinet, works diligently on academics, and is kind to her peers.  Natalie participates in the Concert Band and Jazz Band and has successfully auditioned on clarinet for and performed with the North Jersey Junior Area Band in both 2022 and 2023. She is also an active member of the local Girl Scout Troop in the Butler/Bloomingdale area.  Natalie asks questions, takes advice, and is passionate about music. She works well with her classmates and helps them when needed.

Benjamin Sebiri: Grade 12, Morristown High School; Morristown; Nominated by David Gallagher

Ben is the principal horn player for the Morristown High School Wind Ensemble. Throughout the year, Ben has had numerous solos and exposed passages in his music, and he has risen to the occasion time and time again. Ben was originally a saxophone player but took up the French Horn in high school to help the band, and you would never know that it was not his primary instrument. Ben also played for our middle and high school pit orchestras this year. He is an incredible musician who works as a terrific leader for his section, and I am so proud to have taught him these past seven years.

Bucco Bill Providing More Public Notice for Land Development Advances

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Legislation sponsored by Senator Anthony M. Bucco that improves public notice for proposed land development has passed the Senate Community and Urban Affairs Committee.

“People deserve sufficient opportunity to understand the scope of proposed developments that could alter their neighborhoods and communities,” said Bucco (R-25). “Unfortunately, the current 10-day notice isn’t enough time to review the often-complex proposals and respond effectively. This legislation would require developers to give the public more notice to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to make their voices heard.”

Under current law, developers are required to provide written notice of a public hearing concerning their land use application to all owners of real property within 200 feet of the proposed development at least 10 days prior to the scheduled hearing.

Sen. Bucco’s bill, S-2435, amends existing law to require developers to notify the public of land use applications at least 21 days before scheduled hearings take place to give surrounding residents more time to respond.

“No one should feel like they didn’t have an opportunity to make their voice heard in their community, especially when it comes to matters that can drastically impact their quality of life,” Bucco added. “Extending the public review period will help foster a more collaborative and transparent dialogue between residents, their representatives, and developers. Greater transparency will be good for our communities.”

Seimei Members Come Together with a Shared Desire to Make a Positive Impact

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Frank Cahill
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Executive Board Member of Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce, Frank Cahill, Cuts Ribbon at Seimei Spiritual Foundation

BOONTON — Seimei Spiritual Foundation celebrated its grand opening on Saturday, May 6.

Seimei Spiritual Foundation (pronounced say may) is a nonprofit organization based on modern Buddhist practices whose members practice non-touch pain, soreness, stress, and tension relief.

SSF recently opened a center in the historic Ferris building at 110 Cornelia Street, 2nd floor.

Seimei Spiritual Foundation recently opened at 10 Cornelia Street, 2nd floor.

Most of us have never heard of Seimei.  So, what is it? According to Nicola Bertolo, President and Spiritual Lead of Seimei USA, many of us would agree that people have three main elements – mind, body, and “something else.”  This “something else” is often called soul, spirit, or life force.  Seimei practitioners call this “something else” Seimei. Our awakened Buddha nature is present in all people and things.

Seimei came into being with the birth of Toshihisa Hiraki (referred to as Hiraki) in Japan in 1947.  Through experiments, Hiraki realized a phenomenon within him and set about devising a curriculum and teaching others.  Nicola, who lived in Japan as a teenager, met Hiraki and subsequently studied with him for many years.  Hiraki ultimately asked Nicola to come to the United States to develop Seimei. Nicola has been in the U.S. fostering the development of Seimei for over 30 years.

Nicola explained SSF selected Boonton for the center because Boonton exhibits a really humane and exciting atmosphere.  According to Nicola, the people in Boonton are very genuine and diverse, which attracted them to this area. She also shared that anyone (and she means anyone) can learn to practice Seimei.  One of the benefits of learning Seimei is that the practitioner, by helping someone else feel better, that is, less pain, discomfort, improved functioning, etc., feels better and has improved functioning as well. Practitioners work on family, friends, and people they meet!

Their mission is to spread the word of Seimei, attracting people who want to learn it and improve their lives and those around them.

There are a few key points about Seimei that Nicola would like us to know:

  • The power is invisible
  • Guaranteed tangible results
  • The multitude of different life situations where people can use Seimei
  • Anyone can learn it

While SSF has members in the New Jersey and New York areas, there are also groups of members in Richland, Washington, Santa Fe, New Mexico, and Glastonbury, Connecticut, as well as remote members scattered across the U.S.

Seimei Spiritual Foundation recently opened at 10 Cornelia Street, 2nd floor.

Seimei has spread because members work on others experiencing intense situations in their lives, and some of those people decide to learn it for themselves so they can help others the way they were helped.

Nicola’s hope for the center is that people are curious enough to come in during center hours to discover what it is all about and to get a free demonstration.  They hope some people will take the leap and sign up for a full session to improve chronic conditions and/or injuries, etc. (Full sessions are 45 minutes and cost $50.00).  From that, they hope a few learn this to improve their lives and those around them.  Jack Haller, the East Regional Lead, is a longtime resident of Boonton and an outstanding Seimei Practitioner for over 20 years.

Eastern Regional Lead Jack Haller, Cristina Ciullo, Town of Boonton Council Member Ward 3 Joseph Bock, Jr., President Seimei Foundation Nicola Bertolo, and Town of Boonton Council Member Ward 2 Marie Devenezia. Bock presented a certificate from the District 25 Legislators: Senator Joe Pennachio, Assemblyman Jay Webber, Assemblyman Brian Bergen, and Assemblyman Christian Barranco.

To learn more about Seimei or to schedule a free demo or session, contact Jack Haller, East Regional Lead and longtime resident of Boonton. Jack is a level 4  Seimei Practitioner with more than 20 years of practice at (201) 826-4431; Barbara Anderson, Assistant Instructor, is also a level 4 Seimei Practitioner with over 20 years of practice at (845) 742-9904.

Joining in the celebration were Mindy Weinstein, Glanda Schneider, Barbara Anderson, Katie Fassiano, Gerolaine Meachen, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, Nicola Bertolo, Cristina Ciullo, Jack Haller, and Craig Anderson. (Sitting in front is Morris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen and Town of Boonton Council Member Ward 2 Marie Devenezia.

 

 

Mondelez International’s New State-of-the-art Facility Welcomed by Hanover

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Among the group cutting the ribbon from left is NJ Secretary of State Tahesha Way, Senator Bob Menendez, U.S. State Rep. Mikie Sherrill, Norb Chaclin, Global SVP of Research & Development for Biscuits and Baked Snacks for Mondelēz International, Hanover Township Mayor Gallagher, Hanover Township Committee Member Ferramosca, Morris County Commissioner Director Krickus, Frank Sabella, Senior VP R&D, Global Beverages, Gum, Candy, Meals at Mondelēz International, and Hanover Township Committee Member Franciolli.

HANOVER — Hanover Township Mayor Thomas ‘Ace’ Gallagher welcomed Mondelez International’s newest global research ad development facility to Whippany on Monday, May 1.

He joined Morris County Commissioner Director John Krickus and Commissioner Tayfun Selen, along with other elected officials and community leaders, yesterday for the opening tour of the new facility.

Mondelēz International employee, Commissioner Tayfun Selen, Commissioner Director John Krickus, Hanover Township Committee Member John Ferramosca, Oreo mascot, Hanover Township Mayor Thomas “Ace” Gallagher, and Hanover Township Committee Member Ronald Franciolli.

“Serious, extensive corporate planning and months of hard work have brought us to this point.  But the point is just the beginning. The official partnership begins right now between this incredible corporate neighbor and the great municipality of Hanover Township”, said Mayor Gallagher to the crowd.

With almost $50 million invested in building upgrades, Mondelēz’s top scientists will perform R&D in a state-of-the-art facility for some of the many tasty snacks and treat Mondelēz manufactures, such as Oreos, Chips Ahoy!, Nutter Butter, Sour Patch Kids, and Swedish Fish.

“Morris County proudly welcomes Mondelēz International’s global innovation center. As one of the world’s largest snack producers with so many iconic brands Americans know and love, we look forward to unlocking the magic with their new facility here in Hanover Township,” stated Director Krickus.

“It was a pleasure to unveil this new research and development facility for a major employer and internationally recognized company like Mondelez.  Morris County is always interested in fostering and expanding its business base, and we are proud to have Mondelez in our business community,” said Commissioner Selen.

Other speakers during the ribbon-cutting ceremony included Senator Bob Menendez, U.S. State Rep. Mikie Sherrill, and New Jersey Secretary of State Tahesha Way.

“The success of our New Jersey operations is only possible because of the passion and dedication of our Mondelēz employees, as well as our longstanding relationships and with the support of New Jersey elected officials and other community leaders,” stated Frank Sabella, Senior VP R&D, Global Beverages, Gum, Candy, Meals at Mondelēz International.

“In many ways, this brand-new facility is just the installment of a long tradition of innovation in the Garden State. We are stretching back to the wizard of Menlo Park: Edison. Our state has been at the forefront of technological advancements for centuries. Air conditioning, vacuum cleaners, Band-Aids to cell phones, so much of what we take for granted today is due to New Jersey’s great ingenuity… Suffice to say this new Mondelez facility, the end of a $50 million investment in our community, will help create joy to people all across the country,” stated Senator Menendez.

“New Jersey has always been and is a hub of innovation and a great place to do business in. Why is that? Time and again, I hear from CEOs and company leadership that the reason is our incredible workforce in Garden State. Thanks to our top-ranking public school system and leading colleges and universities. We also value and invest in workforce development to ensure that workers can continue accessing training that can help move their careers and employers forward,” said U.S. Rep. Sherrill.

“This ribbon cutting is a significant milestone for Whippany’s new Mondelēz global research and development facility. And equally important, it demonstrates its commitment to job creation and investment in the great state of New Jersey. Right here, top scientists will perform all of the R&D for the company’s famous treats,” stated NJ Secretary of State Way.

“On behalf of Hanover Township, we are honored to call Mondelēz a partner and now a big part of our Hanover Township family,” said Mayor Gallagher.

“Taste of Florham Park” Will Serve the Best the Borough Has to Offer

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FLORHAM PARK — The Rotary Club of Florham Park has expressed gratitude to the local vendors contributing to the “Taste of Florham Park” event, which is set to take place from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, May 8, at The Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson University. The proceeds from the event will go towards the Florham Park Rotary Scholarship Fund, which benefits high school seniors who have demonstrated a commitment to community service.

The Rotary Club highlighted that Florham Park has experienced the largest increase in residents among all Morris County towns, making the event a great opportunity for new and existing residents to enjoy a wide variety of foods and desserts from local restaurants and eateries in and around the area.

A few participating vendors include Kyoto Steak & Sushi, which is participating for the third time. Chopt Creative Salad Company for the second time, the Great Greek Mediterranean Grill, and Taim Mediterranean Kitchen, both new restaurants in town participating for the first time.

The list of local vendors continues to include Tricky Tray contributors, such as the Florham Park Diner, offering a $50 gift certificate. Many more businesses included Lucy’s Gift, Florham Park Roller Rink, the Thirsty Turtle, and the Imagine That Children’s Museum.

Florham Park Rotary also thanked the Madison Area YMCA for providing a gift donation basket as a door grand prize. Each admission ticket is automatically entered to win a Madison Area YMCA three-month membership of choice plus a waived initiation fee valued at $550 and more.

The venue, The Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson University, is a Gilded Age home of the Vanderbilt-Twombly family. The mansion is the eighth largest house in the U.S., with more than 100 rooms, and is now used as the main administration building for the university. The Taste of Florham Park is not a Fairleigh Dickinson University program or event.

If entering from Madison Avenue, the address is 285 Madison Avenue, Madison.

For a cost of $50.00, attendees of the “Taste of Florham Park” event will have access to a variety of local food vendors, a mini-tour of The Mansion at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and the chance to win multiple table prizes, as well as a grand prize.

Admission tickets may be purchased in advance at the Florham Park Diner via Venmo or by contacting the Rotary at (917) 848-0982 to reserve a ticket for pick up on the day of the event at the admissions table. Tickets may also be purchased at the event.

Click here to learn more about the event and the Florham Park Rotary.

Jenny Craig to Close All Weight Loss Centers

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Frank Cahill
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Jenny Craig has one location in Morris County, at 1745 Route 10 East in Morris Plains

MORRIS PLAINS — Jenny Craig, a Carlsbad-based weight loss institution for nearly four decades, will soon be closing its doors, a move that comes amid reported financial troubles and efforts to sell the company.

The company told workers in an email it would close “due to its inability to secure additional financing.”

This is a nationwide closure of all Jenny Craig locations in the United States. Jenny Craig has one location in Morris County, at 1745 Route 10 East in Morris Plains, which will be permanently closed.

Jenny Craig, headquartered in Carlsbad, California, operates approximately 500 company-owned and franchised locations across the United States. The Jenny Craig program provides structure and support to people trying to lose weight and learn to keep it off.

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