MOUNTAIN LAKES — Mountain Lakes Borough Council Meeting will be held on Monday, August 23, 7:30 p.m.
This meeting will be In-Person at Mountain Lakes High School Media Center, 96 Powerville Road.
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The agenda for the Borough Council meeting includes 1) Discussion – Second Quarter 2021 Current Budget Report; 2) Discussion – Second Quarter 2021 Water Budget Report & Second Quarter 2021 Sewer Budget Report; 3) Discussion – Trust Balances;
Geoffrey the Giraffe is a star in the Tru Kids family. He’s been a beloved mascot for over 50 years. Adored around the world, he invites kids of all ages to play and have fun.
PARSIPPANY — Macy’s, Inc. announced a partnership with WHP Global to bring together two of America’s most beloved brands, Macy’s and Toys”R” Us. Toys”R” Us kids of all ages can now shop an expansive assortment online from the most globally recognized leader in toys by clicking here and in more than 400 Macy’s stores nationwide rolling out in 2022.
>WHP Global, leading brand acquisition and management firm based in New York, acquired a controlling interest in Tru Kids Inc., parent company to the iconic Toys“R” Us®, Babies“R” Us®, Geoffrey® the Giraffe brands, and more than 20 established related consumer toy and baby brands. TRU Kids Brands, Inc., 5 Wood Hollow Road. (Click here for the company website). Tru Kids acquired Toys R Us’ intellectual property during its liquidation in 2018.
The only two Toys R Us stores that opened in November 2019 as part of a small U.S. comeback attempt by the iconic toy chain closed. The Toys R Us stores were at the Galleria Mall in Houston, Texas, and Garden State Plaza in Paramus.
Tru Kids is the proud parent of beloved brands, including Toys“R” Us®, Babies“R” Us®, Geoffrey the Giraffe®, Journey Girls®, Fastlane®, True Heroes®, You & Me®, Imaginarium®, and Just Like Home®. Established in 2019, Tru Kids is focused on growing its family of brands through innovative partnerships that deliver kid-and-parent-focused experiences that expand beyond traditional retails concepts in the physical and digital spaces. Within the Tru Kids portfolio, Toys“R” Us®, Babies” R” Us®, and Geoffrey® brands continue to be powerful with a wide retail presence across Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The company delivers a wealth of services to our valued license partners around the world, in addition to the design and development of over 20 additional established brands. The company has offices in Parsippany, Hong Kong, and Shenzhen, China.
The partnership has already brought additional toys to Macy’s website. It will expand to 400 Macy’s store locations next year.
Nata Dvir, Macy’s chief merchandising officer
“Our toy business grew exponentially in the past year,” said Nata Dvir, Macy’s chief merchandising officer, in a statement announcing the partnership.
“Toys ‘R’ Us is a globally recognized leader in children’s toys and our partnership allows Macy’s to significantly expand our footprint in that category while creating more occasions for customers to shop with us across their lifestyles.”
Department store retailers struggled before COVID-19, and store closures and lockdowns created a new set of challenges during the pandemic.
MORRIS COUNTY — As parents start to plan for a new school year and address all the details involved, Table of Hope is helping to make things a bit easier with a free backpack distribution event at County College of Morris (CCM).
The Backpack Giveaway takes place Saturday, August 28, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Parking Lot 1 on CCM’s campus at 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. Visitors are asked to use CCM’s Center Grove Road entrance when coming to campus.
The partnership between Table of Hope and CCM has benefitted the community throughout the ongoing pandemic. CCM has hosted three previous events with Table of Hope to assist those in need. This latest distribution event to provide backpacks filled with school supplies – consisting of pencils, rulers, glue sticks, notebooks, and more – is sponsored by Alstede Farms, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Bethel Church of Morristown, Cable Communications, Fully Promoted, Hope One, Market Street Mission, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Parsippany Police Local PBA 131 and PCNY.
Shortly after the pandemic struck New Jersey, Table of Hope began operating monthly mobile food distribution programs in Morristown, Parsippany, and Dover, along with other grocery supply events in Morris County communities. Its first event at CCM was held in June 2020. Serving as volunteers at that event were New Jersey First Lady Tammy Snyder Murphy, Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, State Senator Anthony M. Bucco, and County Commissioners John Krickus and Steve Shaw.
To volunteer for the Backpack Giveaway or to make a donation click here and click “Volunteer” or email [email protected].
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers.
The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or at the refreshment area. No medical background is necessary. Volunteers should be outgoing to provide friendly customer service and be able to perform tasks as needed. Must have transportation.
All training is provided including additional precautions for the safety of our team and blood donors.
For additional information call or text Sharon Zetts, Manager, NJBS Volunteer Services at (732) 850-8906, Monday to Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
On Saturday, September 18, 2021 (rain date Sunday, September 19, 2021) Hanover Township Day will celebrate all things Hanover from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.at the Hanover Township Municipal Campus and Veterans Fields located on North Jefferson Road in Whippany.
The annual Hanover Township Day celebration will end with a spectacular fireworks display at approximately 7:30 p.m.
Free transportation from Brickyard Field in Whippany and Malapardis Park in Cedar Knolls will be provided so residents can park and hop on the bus for a worry-free day! Handicapped parking will be available at Stoney Brook Field in Whippany with free transportation to Veterans Field.
Free activities for Hanover Township Day already include:
. A performance by the WPHS Marching Band to open the event
. Hope One station from the Morris County Sherriff’s Department
. Free hot dogs prepared and served by members of the Hanover Rotary
. Free corn on the cob purchased, prepared, and served by members of the Knights of Columbus #6904
. Balloon creations
. Face Painting
. Live Dee Jay with music and contests throughout the day
. Tables and displays from Township civic, educational, political, religious, and youth sporting organizations
. Bounce houses. test your strength contest and the trackless train
. Announcement of the winner of the Hanover Township Recreation/Wegmans “Hit the Trails” drawing of a $250 Wegmans gift card
Please note, all food and activities for Hanover Township Day are free.
Activities for the Patriotic Celebration with Fireworks include:
. A variety of food trucks providing sweet treats and snacks.
. Balloon Pop, Ring Toss, and other activities for children
. Patriotic Music during the Fireworks
Please note that the food trucks and some activities for the children charge a fee.
For more information, contact Hanover Township Recreation: (973) 428-2463.
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen launched his campaign to win the 11th Congressional District Congressional seat currently held by Democrat Mikie Sherrill.
In conjunction with his announcement, Selen (Sah-LEN) also launched a video titled “My American Dream”, which tells his story as an immigrant from Turkey who came to this country to build a better life and is basing his campaign for Congress around ensuring that future Americans have the same opportunities he had.
“America is starved for leadership and for voices in Congress that can articulate a vision for keeping the American Dream alive for future generations,” said Selen, who in 2020 earned more votes for countywide office than any candidate in the history of Morris County. “America is at a crossroad, and I want to help ensure that we choose the right path forward — a path that rewards hard work, a path that respects the rule of law, a path that unites us as Americans as we celebrate our differences, a path of freedom and opportunity for all.”
Besides serving as a Morris County Commissioner since January of 2020, Tayfun Selen, 51, holds the position of Senior Vice President of Administration for a major vocational training school group. He is a Six Sigma Black Belt, LEED AP (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified, and a CPA.
Selen is a proven conservative. As Mayor of Chatham Township, he cut municipal property taxes, earned a rare AAA credit rating, and reduced local spending by $200,000. As Morris County Commissioner, he held the lines on taxes, while helping to lead the county’s robust response to the COVID-19 pandemic and ensure that county tax dollars were focused on key priorities like public safety, infrastructure, education, and the environment.
Selen immigrated to the U.S. in 1996 from Istanbul, Turkey. His first job in New Jersey was working as a gas station attendant.
“At that time, I had more dreams in my head than money in my pockets, and this country has made all my dreams come true. Now I am running for Congress because I want to give back to my community by helping the people of New Jersey and my country who gave me so much along the way,” said Selen.
He earned his U.S. citizenship in 2008 and currently lives in Chatham Township with his wife and daughter. In 2019, Selen became the first Turkish-American Mayor elected to public office in the U.S. He has earned a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from Istanbul Technical University and an MBA from Montclair State University.
MORRIS COUNTY — Walmart is helping New Jersey residents stay healthy this flu season by making it easier than ever to get low-cost vaccinations in all Walmart pharmacies through walk-up and community flu shot clinics.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone older than six months receive a flu shot each year. Further, the CDC recommends a COVID-19 vaccination for everyone over 12, especially as cases are on the rise. Walmart pharmacies across the country offer both vaccines, and customers can receive low-cost flu and free COVID-19 vaccine at the same time if they choose.
“It’s important we don’t let our guard down with our health this fall. Between COVID-19 vaccines and the annual flu shot, we know people may be experiencing ‘vaccine fatigue,’ but these preventative measures have never been more vital to keeping our communities healthy,” Del Sloneker, senior vice president and chief operating officer, Health and Wellness said. “It’s on all of us to do our part and is just another way we’re making it simple to live better healthier lives.”
Walmart’s flu shots are administered by certified pharmacists and healthcare professionals who understand local health needs. In addition to walk-in availability, Walmart offers a variety of initiatives, making it easy to get vaccinated while following COVID-19 safety protocols. These events will make it quick and convenient for customers to get flu shots in stores in New Jersey.
Walmart is a center of well-being in the communities it serves and has everything busy families need to live better, healthier, lives this flu season. This includes a team of pharmacists who can answer any medication-related questions, COVID-19 tests, prescription, and over-the-counter medication, as well as a variety of immunizations, including COVID-19, flu, measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), varicella (chickenpox), HPV, tetanus, whooping cough (TDAP) and more.
Stores also offer low-cost grocery items, ranging from immunity-boosting foods to soup and comfort foods. Walmart customers with a Walmart+ membership can also get free shipping on store purchases and reduced prices on select prescriptions. Finally, Walmart continues to offer everyday low prices on household essentials like cleaning supplies, tissues, thermometers and more, to help keep everyone safe and healthy.
To learn more about the flu shots and wellness resources available at your neighborhood Walmart click here.
PARSIPPANY — Representative Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11) toured the facilities of one of Morris County’s largest employers, GAF, to highlight their ground-breaking work and discuss her recently introduced legislation, the Revamping Appropriate Incentives for Solar Energy for (RAISE) the Roof Act. By clarifying and expanding the solar investment tax credit (ITC) to include integrated solar roofs like the ones manufactured by GAF Energy, this legislation would maximize the positive climate and economic impacts of the next generation of solar energy technology.
Joining Rep. Sherrill on the tour of the facility and at the press conference afterward were: Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano, GAF CEO Jim Schnepper, GAF Energy President Martin DeBono, and Morris County Chamber of Commerce President Meghan Hunscher.
“I was thrilled to be able to highlight the RAISE the Roof Act today, alongside the GAF and GAF Energy teams who are helping New Jersey remains a leader in the clean energy economy,” said Rep. Sherrill. “One of our biggest challenges in confronting the climate crisis is making clean energy technologies more accessible for families and businesses. This bill removes some of the financial barriers and modernizes the current tax credit law to keep up with the tech advancements we’ve seen in solar. With their cutting-edge research and development, GAF and GAF Energy have helped drive many of these advancements. They’re also a cornerstone business in our community, and I couldn’t ask for a better partner in the effort to confront the climate crisis and bolster our clean energy economy.”
“It was an honor to host Congresswoman Sherrill at our headquarters today to show her how our research and development are leading the industry forward in new and exciting ways,” said Jim Schnepper, CEO, GAF. “We are thinking beyond traditional manufacturing processes and roofing materials to develop new offerings including integrated solar, recycled asphalt shingles, and non-asphaltic materials, and we are excited to have a great champion like Rep. Sherrill who is committed to helping our industry bring that innovation forward to customers.”
“I’m incredibly proud to have joined Representative Sherrill today to discuss paths forward in American clean energy manufacturing and job creation,” said Martin DeBono, President of GAF Energy. “For too long rooftop solar policy has ignored the roof. Now, with the RAISE the Roof Act, Rep. Sherrill has introduced a bill that would remedy that problem. It’s the type of smart policy that will unleash innovation in the sector. Passing RAISE would support thousands of jobs here in New Jersey and across the country, help consumers, and propel us to a cleaner, more sustainable future.”
Representative Mikie Sherrill yours GAF
“GAF is a staple corporation in Parsippany. It’s prided itself as North America’s largest roofing manufacturer for about 140 years,” said Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano. “It’s fitting that a company that’s already revolutionized the roofing industry — at a time when we really need more innovation — looks to provide affordable integrated rooftop solar options for large-scale commerce, small businesses, and households.”
“Thanks to Rep. Sherrill’s efforts and her outreach to the business community and constituents, the RAISE the Roof Act promises to continue the important work of government supporting positive climate and economic impacts,” said Meghan Hunscher, President and CEO of Morris County Chamber of Commerce. “Given the uncertainty around us, investing in renewable energy as a nation makes sense. And there is a business case for this. Now more than ever, our representatives and business community need to come together and be responsive to the needs of the greater community.”
As chair of the House Science, Space, and Technology’s Environment Subcommittee, Rep. Sherrill is a fierce advocate for the development of clean energy. Last month, she convened a roundtable with Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm and local environmental business leaders, including GAF CEO Jim Schnepper, to discuss the RAISE the Roof Act, the future of New Jersey’s clean energy economy, and the attending businesses’ contributions to this effort.
Crime scene at OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
EAST HANOVER — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Christoph Kimker, Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, and East Hanover Chief of Police Christopher Cannizzo announce the apprehension of Edwin A. Urbina, 27, with a last known address of 14-02 Clyde Potts Drive, Morristown.
Edwin A. Urbina
Urbina was previously charged by complaint-warrant with first-degree Murder, second-degree Endangering the Welfare of Children, third-degree Tampering with a Witness, and fourth-degree Tampering with Evidence in connection with this matter.
These charges arise in connection with the beating death of Urbina’s girlfriend’s three-year-old son. On August 13, shortly after 5:00 a.m., officers from the Morristown Police Department responded to the Morristown Medical Center on a report of a three-year-old male in cardiac arrest.
The subsequent investigation revealed that the child had sustained a number of physical injuries.
Crime scene at OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
Following an autopsy, Morris County Deputy Medical Examiner Dr. Carlos Fonseca, M.D. determined the manner of death to be a homicide.
The subsequent investigation has revealed that the fatal beating of the child occurred at the OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10 West, East Hanover.
It is alleged that Urbina physically beat the three-year-old boy in the early morning hours of August 13, resulting in the boy’s death and that the victim’s mother, Krystal Straw, was not present during the assault, but arrived at the hotel shortly thereafter.
Crime scene at OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
It is alleged that after her arrival, Straw transported Urbina to another location before bringing the victim to the Morristown Medical Center.
It is further alleged that Urbina instructed Straw to delete content from her cellular telephone and deny his involvement in the homicide when speaking to the police.
On August 17, Urbina was taken into custody without incident outside the Morris County Records and Administration Building in Morristown.
He will be lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending a first appearance in court.
Crime scene at OYO Hotel, 130 Route 10, East Hanover
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.
It's official. Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce cuts the ribbon for Elite Dance Company
BOONTON — Elite Dance Company is Boonton’s newest dance studio!
EDC offers a variety of dance classes including jazz, ballet, tap, contemporary, acro, lyrical, and more, starting at just 18 months.
Boonton Council Members Cy Wekilsky and Joe Bock, who attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, stated “We are honored to welcome Elite Dance Company of Morris County into Boonton and we wish them the best. Entrepreneurs like Carly and Shayla are a tremendous asset to the economy and culture of our community.”
Council member Joe Bock with Elite Dance Company’s directors Carly and Shayla
Also attending the ceremony was Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce President Robert Peluso, Executive Board Member Frank Cahill, and Board Member Ildiko Peluso.
Elite Dance Company’s directors Carly and Shayla have been dancing for over twenty years and teach both recreational and competitive dance. EDC specializes in technique, choreography, and stage presence and aims to create a lifelong passion for the performing arts!
Elite Dance Company’s Fall schedule is available on elitedancemc.com, they are now accepting registration for the 2021-2022 dance year!
Contact Elite Dance Company at [email protected] or call (973) 588-3700. EDC is so grateful to have found a great community in Boonton and looks forward to the years of dance ahead!
Elite Dance Company is located at 304 Wootton Street, Boonton.
The ribbon cutting ceremony was attended by customers, family, Boonton officials and chamber members
