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ShopRite Dietitians Offer Expanded Online Services

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Frank Cahill
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Summer Fruit Panzanella. Recipe available at shoprite.com

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Over the past few months, many Americans have been eating more home-cooked meals than ever before and exploring new ways to prepare healthy, delicious dishes. To help those who may feel challenged by the daily ritual of meal prepping, recipe hunting, and of course, cooking, ShopRite’s team of dietitians are increasing their digital presence by offering free advice, tools, and resources that provide meal solutions and assistance.

“These days, more than ever before, our customers are seeking new and creative ways to serve meals that are good for their families, affordable and easy to prepare,” says Natalie Menza-Crowe, RD, MS, Director of Health & Wellness at ShopRite. “That’s why we are so proud of our team of registered dietitians who are ‘going digital,’ and offering a wide variety of resources to our customers and our associates using social media platforms, online resources, and more.”

Some of the ways ShopRite’s dietitians are helping shoppers with meal planning and prep include:

  • Offering personalized food and nutrition advice using a ‘Virtual RD’ chatbox available by clicking here.
  • Offering personalized consultations, available by appointment. Dietitian: Dietitian: Monica Hansen, RDN; 178 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown NJ, 07960; (973) 829-6830
    Monica.Hansen@wakefern.com.
  • Hosting Instagram Lives weekdays at noon at @ShopRiteStores, and weekly “Wellness Wednesday” Facebook Live videos with the RDs
  • Providing free, downloadable monthly digital recipes books as well as customized recipe suggestions via ShopRite’s “Recipe Shop” portal by clicking here.
  • Providing meal ideas and video how-tos by clicking here.

“ShopRite’s free in-store RD program has always been one of the signature offerings of our comprehensive health and wellness program,” says Menza-Crowe. “We’re glad that we’re able to continue to offer this important service to offer solutions and assistance to our customers when they need it most.”

For more information click here.

About ShopRite
ShopRite is the registered trademark of Wakefern Food Corp., a retailer-owned cooperative based in Keasbey, and the largest supermarket cooperative in the United States. With nearly 280 ShopRite supermarkets located throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Delaware, and Maryland, ShopRite serves millions of customers each week. Through its ShopRite Partners In Caring program, ShopRite is dedicated to fighting hunger in the communities it serves.  Since the program began in 1999, ShopRite Partners In Caring has donated nearly $50 million to food banks that support more than 2,200 worthy charities. As a title sponsor of the ShopRite LPGA Classic Presented by Acer, ShopRite has donated $34 million to local organizations, hospitals, and community groups. For more information click here.





Pennacchio Resolution Seeks Federal Action to Assist Businesses Struggling to Survive

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Frank Cahill
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Senator Joseph Pennacchio. File Photo

MORRIS COUNTY — Senator Joe Pennacchio introduced a Senate resolution urging the United States Congress to pass legislation to help hundreds of thousands of businesses struggling to survive the coronavirus pandemic.

The resolution (SR-69) seeks federal action to assist commercial tenants and landlords as businesses remain closed and lease payments become due.

“We want to prevent a domino effect that could do irreparable damage to local economies,” said Pennacchio (R-26). “Companies can’t conduct business, employees lose their jobs, lease payments are missed, and landlords can’t make their mortgage payments. This resolution, as is my bill (S-2460) in the New Jersey legislature, provides a safety net to prevent businesses from closing forever and landlords from facing bank foreclosures.”

The resolution asks Congress to allow commercial property owners who voluntarily offers rental forgiveness to business tenants to claim a portion of the lost rent as a tax deduction. Landlords who forgive rent during the COVID crisis would be eligible to claim a portion of the discount, up to $15,000 as a deduction against their federal income tax under Pennacchio’s initiative.

“Our recovery from this fiscal calamity requires unconventional considerations,” said Pennacchio. “There is a lot of benefit with this plan, and no new bureaucracy. When businesses lock their doors forever and valuable real estate sits vacant and abandoned, it has a devastating impact on neighborhoods and entire regions.”

Unlike Senator Pennacchio’s state legislation, S-2460, which would allow a New Jersey income tax credit of up to $5,000 to landlords who voluntarily forgive any or all of a business rent up to $15,000, the federal resolution calls for a tax deduction.

Pennacchio noted the net dollar amounts between using credit for the state and a federal deduction for those in the 30 percent federal tax bracket are very similar.





MPAC to Present Its First Ever Drive in Concert

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Live music returns to Morristown with a new twist on a classic style of entertainment – the Drive-In Concert!

Mayo Performing Arts Center (MPAC), in partnership with the Morris County Park Commission, will present a Drive-In Concert featuring John Ginty and Friends at Fosterfields Farm in Morris Township on Thursday, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. (Rain date is June 26) Tickets are $100 per car and go on sale Wednesday, June 3 at 12:00 Noon. All proceeds will benefit MPAC’s recovery.

Tickets must be purchased in advance through the MPAC Box Office by clicking here or (973) 539-8008. No tickets will be sold at the gate.

“MPAC is thrilled to be doing what we do best — presenting live entertainment again — for the first time in over three months,” said Allison Larena, President and CEO, MPAC. “Even though our doors may be closed, our mission is stronger than ever as we find alternative creative, innovative, and fun ways to continue to serve our community.  We are grateful to be partnering with Dave Helmer, Executive Director of the Morris County Park Commission and his team, and John Ginty, and thank them for all of their help to make this live concert possible.”

“The Morris County Park Commission is pleased to collaborate with the Mayo Performing Arts Center on furthering its mission to enrich the lives of its community by finding alternative ways of showcasing the performing arts,” added Dave Helmer, Executive Director of the Morris County Park Commission.

MPAC is working with the Morris County Park Commission and local health authorities to create a safe environment that allows attendees to enjoy live music from the comfort of their vehicles. The Fosterfields site will be able to accommodate approximately 150 cars that will be spaced out with social distancing guidelines provided by local authorities. Attendees must remain in their vehicles throughout the concert. No tailgating is allowed.

Since March 12, MPAC, a non-profit performing arts center, has had to cancel over 50 events and reschedule another 25 as a result of the shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Much like other local businesses, MPAC’s revenue has been significantly impacted by the shutdown, with no date in sight to reopen.  “Now more than ever, we need the support our community to help us through this difficult period until we are able to reopen,” Larena said. “As a non-profit performing arts center that serves our region, this unique collaboration with the Park Commission speaks to the heart of what we do.”

Despite being physically closed, MPAC actively presents a variety of virtual arts-related experiences. Programs include a curated Virtual Arts page offering links to performing arts events across the web; Facebook Live concerts featuring diverse local artists every Friday at 12:30 p.m.; virtual Performing Arts School classes for children and adults; and more. MPAC’s entire virtual program is viewable by clicking here.

“Large gathering concert halls such as MPAC will be among the last allowed to reopen,” Larena said. “MPAC has been at the heart of arts and entertainment in Morristown for over 25 years, and we are determined to continue to be the resource that our community relies on to be uplifted and inspired by the performing arts. We appreciate the support that our donors, patrons, and community members have provided us in this time.”

MPAC will be working with local restaurants to create take out specials that attendees can pick up prior to arriving and enjoy during the event. Additional information for attendees will be available on MPAC’s website when tickets go on sale.

“Our stage may be dark, but music will light up the day,” Larena said. “The Drive-in Concert will be a truly unique and fun experience. Come out for a great time, while helping to sustain the theatre while our doors are closed.”

Organist John Ginty has literally covered a lot of ground. Fresh off playing Hammond B-3 for the Dixie Chicks on their MMXVII World Tour, the Morristown resident has now joined the Allman Betts Band, featuring Devon Allman, Duane Betts, and Berry Duane Oakley, all sons of founding members of the Allman Brothers Band. As a solo artist. his first offering on American Showplace Music, 2013’s Bad News Travels, features A-List artists such as Warren Haynes (Gov’t Mule), Albert Castiglia, and Neal Casal. His sophomore album, No Filter was named RMR’s #1 Blues/Rock album of 2015 and featured a groundbreaking performance by hip-hop legend, Redman. For information about John Ginty click here.

About MPAC
Mayo Performing Arts Center, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, presents a wide range of programs that entertain, enrich, and educate the diverse population of the region and enhance the economic vitality of Northern New Jersey. The 2019-2020 season is made possible, in part, by a grant the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, as well as support received from the F.M. Kirby Foundation and numerous corporations, foundations, and individuals. Mayo Performing Arts Center was named 2016 Outstanding Historic Theatre by the League of Historic American Theatres and is ranked in the top 50 mid-sized performing arts centers by Pollstar Magazine.





A Message from Natalee Bartlett, Superintendent of the East Hanover Township School District

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Frank Cahill
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Natalee Vaccaro-Bartlett

EAST HANOVER — As is the annual tradition of our school district, it has come time to select our East Hanover Educator of the Year. In order to ensure that our stakeholders are given a voice in this process, our district has put in place a standard means of recommendation. Typically, parents and fellow teachers are given the opportunity to nominate a district educator whose tireless dedication to the students of East Hanover and to the art of teaching has distinguished him/her to such a degree that it warrants recognition. These nominations are then reviewed by our administrative team, and honorees are selected and then celebrated by the entire East Hanover educational community. This year, however, we have decided to stray somewhat from our traditional model, as we are currently engaged in a form of education that has never been encountered in the history of our country.

President Franklin D. Roosevelt once stated, “We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.” Truly, all dedicated educators have embraced this philosophy; we engage spirited, young minds as we help to mold our youth so that they may one day assume the reins and guide our nation on its continued pathway to success and prosperity. This challenge is what transforms education from a casual career choice to a “calling.”

Nothing has made this clearer than our stunning transformation as a result of the pandemic. We quickly shuttered our beloved school buildings and utilized our existing technology to continue to deliver vital instruction to our children.  Yes, there were some initial hiccups. However, teachers are hardened, educational warriors; like marines, they adapt and overcome. In a short time, we honed our distance learning model and we continue to do so as conditions evolve. More importantly, we persevered in the knowledge that our children need us, that they rely on our strength and resilience, that education is so much more than the gathering and dissemination of random facts and figures. Furthermore, we have the invaluable assistance of our parents and guardians whom we immediately deputized; home learning could not have happened without their heroic efforts.

This brings us now to our selection of our East Hanover Educator of the Year. How can we even begin to wade through the myriad accomplishments of our staff members and select one here or another there whose efforts transcend the field when it is readily apparent that they all are deserving of this honor for having borne this massive burden with undeniable grace and an outpouring of love that, frankly, brings me to tears when I consider what my staff has been able to achieve?

Thus, as Superintendent of the East Hanover Township School District, it gives me great pleasure to announce that all district educators will share this recognition, that they are all East Hanover Educators of the Year. This is a small token of our appreciation, for nothing can truly repay them for their commitment to the community and for their obvious love for our students and their families.  We extend to them our warmest congratulations and our sincerest gratitude for their vigilance during this time of crisis and for demonstrating time and again that they live to serve our community, and most importantly, our precious children.





Update from the Florham Park Chief of Police

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Frank Cahill
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File Photo
Joseph Orlando
Chief of Police / Deputy OEM Coordinator

FLORHAM PARK — I was hoping to have more guidance from the State this weekend regarding additional openings and loosening of restrictions, which is why I waited to draft this message, unfortunately, the only information we received was the signing of Executive Order 149, which the Governor spoke about on Friday.

Some of the important nuances to the Executive Order are as follows:

  • Day Cares and Youth Day/Summer Camps, which can open June 15 and July 6 respectively, must sign an attestation confirming their commitment to abide by all health and safety standards established by the Departments of Human Services and Department of Children and Families, Executive Orders and all other regulations.
  • Residential and overnight camps are prohibited.
  • Organized Sports – Effective June 22, 2020, sporting activities, including organized sporting activities, are permitted in outdoor settings only, provided that they do not involve person-to-person contact or routinely entail individuals interacting within six feet of one another.  Any sporting activities that involve person-to-person contact or individuals routinely interacting in close proximity (within six feet of one another) will remain prohibited in any setting.

The Commissioner of the Department of Health shall impose health and safety standards regarding sporting activities before that date, and such activities must comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and Executive Orders, including restrictions on gatherings in place at the time the sporting activities occur.

High school sporting activities under the jurisdiction of the NJSIAA may resume in accordance with reopening protocols issued by NJSIAA, which shall consider DOH guidance in issuing these protocols. However, these high school sporting activities cannot resume any earlier than June 30, 2020.

The State OEM Coordinator, who is the Colonel of the State Police, issued Administrative Order 2020-14, which authorizes Horse Racing to resume activities within the State today.  Spectators are prohibited from attending at this time.

The Drive-In movie tomorrow night, hosted by the Rec Department and Florham Park PBA, is filled to capacity.  Please remember vehicle gatherings such as this must adhere to the Executive Orders for the event to continue.  All occupants must remain within their respective vehicle with windows, sunroofs and convertible tops closed.  The only exception to these requirements is if vehicles are six feet or more distance from each other.  Officers will be on scene to ensure the event does not violate any existing orders.  Please help us make this an enjoyable event for everyone.

We have received a number of requests from residents regarding child car seat installations.  Unfortunately, due to COVID-19 protocols, we are not conducting these inspections/installations at this time; however, residents can use the link below for virtual inspections and instructions. Click here

Lastly, I would like to address the civil unrest occurring throughout the Country.  The Florham Park Police Department is committed to the highest level of standards, as an accredited law enforcement agency, utilizing best police practices as indicated by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police and the International Association of Chiefs of Police.  We respect the rights of all citizens and visitors to our Borough and commit ourselves to the ethical and compassionate treatment of everyone.  We stand prepared, in a coordinated effort, with our County partners to address any civil unrest peacefully within the Borough.  Thank you all for your continued support of our agency and officers.

Stay safe and well!!

Joseph Orlando
Chief of Police / Deputy OEM Coordinator
June 1, 2020





Prosecutor’s Office Issues Statement on the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis

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Frank Cahill
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Morris County Prosecutor Fred Knapp

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp issues the following statement on the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis:

“During my tenure as Morris County Prosecutor, I have always made investigating and prosecuting bias crime as a top priority. No resident of Morris County should be made to feel unwelcome in this great county, and members of this office take every reported incident seriously. I attended a virtual discussion on Friday with members of the Calvary Baptist Church. It was a powerful and emotional evening. I realize emotions are running high during what are already challenging times. Our Professional Standards Unit, which investigates allegations of misconduct by public employees and elected officials, is one of the best in the state. We thoroughly investigate all complaints concerning the conduct of all public officials, public employees, and police. Complaint forms are located on our website, which can be utilized for that purpose.”

Click here to view a message from the County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey.





Car Burglar Found With $1,000 in Cash After Leading Officers on Pursuit

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Frank Cahill
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Madison Public Safety Building

MADISON — Madison Police Department arrested, Marvin J. Mixson, 37, who had been reported as burglarizing and peering into cars in the area of Kings Road on May 28.

After a brief foot chase, the individual was apprehended and is charged with third-degree burglary, third-degree theft, and Obstructing the Administration of Law. Upon investigation, the individual was found to be in possession of a bag containing $1,000.00 in cash and various items that belonged to the Madison victim.

He is being held in Morris County Jail pending an appearance at Morris County Superior Court.

The Madison Police Department would like to remind residents to not be an easy target of car theft by making sure you lock your car, take your keys, and hide your belongings.





East Hanover Chief of Police Christopher F. Cannizzo Comments on Death of George Floyd

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — Mayor Joseph Pannullo; Chief Christopher F. Cannizzo, EHPD; the East Hanover Town Council; and Fr. Matthew Kranc, St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church have issued the following statement regarding the death of in Minneapolis, Minnesota:

“Fellow citizens, the shocking brutality precipitating the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis, Minnesota, does not reflect the values of our East Hanover public safety providers nor is it in keeping with ethos and morals reflected in our community. The East Hanover Police Department is proud and supportive of our township’s diversity, and our law enforcement representatives are trained in appropriate and humane response protocols. Furthermore, as a fully accredited agency, our staff receives constant and ongoing training on topics including but not limited to racial profiling, ethics, harassment, the promotion of diversity, and most importantly, the use of safe and careful restraint techniques.

Our officers are trained to use force as a means of last resort only; in the unlikely event that the use of force is required, our department conducts an immediate investigation into the underlying circumstances leading to forcible restraint. Our goal as peace officers is to safeguard the community while also protecting all citizens, including those whose actions may lead to their detainment. We certainly abhor the violence depicted in the video of Mr. Floyd’s arrest, and we would never engage in or condone similar behavior in our community. To do so would jeopardize the lives of our citizens and tarnish the sterling reputation our officers and staff members have crafted over many years of loyal and heartfelt community service.

Finally, we would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Floyd during this incredibly painful time, and we pray for the nation as it struggles to come to terms with this senseless tragedy.

Christopher F. Cannizzo
Chief of Police





Bucknell Students Named to Dean’s List

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Bucknell University has released the dean’s list for outstanding academic achievement during the spring semester of the 2019-20 academic year. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale of 4.0 to receive dean’s list recognition. The following students have achieved dean’s list status:

Adam Plonski, class of 2021, from Mountain Lakes

Hannah Adinaro, class of 2022, from Florham Park

Chell Bevacqua, class of 2021, from Parsippany

Caroline Blount, class of 2022, from Madison

Annie Borin, class of 2023, from Mountain Lakes

Chris Boyhan, class of 2020, from Boonton Township

Holly Burns, class of 2022, from Morris Plains

Giuliana Ferrara, class of 2022, from Parsippany

Jayne Marie Muoio, class of 2022, from Boonton

Emma Yost, class of 2020, from Madison

Sebastien Bickford, class of 2021, from Mountain Lakes

Rachel Keselman, class of 2021, from Florham Park

Matt Rulon, class of 2021, from Morris Plains

Katie Skrinski, class of 2020, from Morris Plains

Matthew Barkauskas, class of 2022, from Mountain Lakes

Sam Blount, class of 2020, from Madison

Julia Buckingham, class of 2020, from Mountain Lakes

John Chiarolanzio, class of 2020, from Florham Park

Emily Chopoorian, class of 2022, from Madison

Mike Kearney, class of 2021, from Madison

Julia Martire, class of 2023, from East Hanover

Sarah Monteleone, class of 2022, from Mountain Lakes

Faith Reilly, class of 2022, from Mountain Lakes

Located in Lewisburg, Pa., Bucknell University is a highly selective private liberal arts university that offers majors in the arts, engineering, humanities, management, and social and natural sciences, along with broad opportunities outside of class, to its 3,600 undergraduates. Graduate programs are available in select disciplines. Students benefit from a small student-faculty ratio of 9:1, personal attention from faculty, leadership opportunities, and excellent graduation rates and career outcomes.





A Message from Brick and Mirror Beauty Salon

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Frank Cahill
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*Update on June 1st Opening

Thank you to all of you who supported us. The fight is not over it's just begining. #opennj

Posted by Brick and Mirror Beauty Bar on Sunday, 31 May 2020





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