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Meet Bella! She is a petite princess

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Frank Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Meet Bella, a one-year-old Beagle! This beauty was unfortunately surrendered to Wise Animal Rescue because her family did not want to exercise, train, or take care of her. While her previous situation was sad, we are so happy to have her in the rescue to find her forever home!

Bella is a petite princess who gets along with just about everyone and everything! She has attended playgroup before and was professionally trained. She is potty-trained and not destructive when left alone.

Since she is a young dog, she will need a family who loves to play with her and continue her training. Bella is super smart and super affectionate–happily accepting pets from anyone she meets!

If you’re looking for a young, happy dog to add to your family, apply to adopt Bella!

If you are interested in adopting Bella, please fill out an application by clicking here.

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Housing Authority of the Town of Boonton received $69,380 from HUD

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Frank Cahill
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BOONTON — U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Ben Carson awarded $1.8 million to dozens of public housing authorities in New Jersey to continue helping public housing residents participating in the Housing Choice Voucher Program and/or reside in public housing to increase their earned income and reduce their dependency on public assistance and rental subsidies. This grant is part of a national award totaling $74 million.

These grants renew HUD’s support of 689 public housing authorities through the Department’s Family Self-Sufficiency Program (FSS).  HUD’s FSS Program helps local Public Housing Authorities to hire Service Coordinators who work directly with residents to connect them with programs and services that already exist in the local community. The program encourages innovative strategies that link housing assistance with a broad spectrum of services that will enable participating families to find jobs, increase earned income, reduce or eliminate the need for rental and/or welfare assistance, and make progress toward achieving economic independence and housing self-sufficiency.

“One of the most important things we can do as public servants is to help HUD-assisted families achieve their dreams,” said Secretary Carson.  “Working with our local partners, HUD is connecting families to educational opportunities, job training, childcare and other resources that allow them to get higher paying jobs and, ultimately, become self-sufficient.”

“Few things feel better than taking control of your own life and crafting your future, and the Family Self-Sufficiency Program is an invaluable tool for public housing residents achieve to just that,” said Lynne Patton, HUD Regional Administrator for New York and New Jersey. “Families make the commitment; and HUD and housing authority staff are there every step of the way to assist with guidance to ensure residents remain on the pathway to financial independence.”

FSS participants sign a five-year contract that requires the head of the household to obtain employment and that no member of the household will receive certain types of public assistance at the end of the five-year term.  These families have an interest-bearing escrow account established for them. The amount credited to the family’s escrow account is based on increases in the family’s earned income during the term of the FSS contract. If the family successfully completes its FSS contract, the family receives the escrow funds that it can use for any purpose, including debt reduction in order to improve credit scores, educational expenses, or a down payment on a home.

The average household income of FSS participants more than doubled during their time in the program, from $10,000 at the time of entry to more than $27,000 upon program completion.





Thomas Doyle Serves as Student Teacher

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Frank Cahill
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Nineteen University of Scranton education majors are serving as student teachers during the spring semester at eight different local schools. First row, from the left are: Cyan Scarduzio, Emily Carr, Emilie Tronoski and Devan Pecoraro. Second row, from the left are: Kaitlin Fivek, Jennifer Gold and Briana Cieszko. Third row, from the left are: Elizabeth Tolley, Erika Maxson, Amanda Iacono and Matthew Criscione. Fourth row, from the left are: Nate Goberdon, Thomas Doyle, Brian O'Connor and Richard Hembury. Absent from photo are: Courtney Boag, Caitlin Nicosia, Emma Percival and Rebecca Silverman

FLORHAM PARK—  Thomas Doyle is among nineteen University of Scranton education majors serving as student teachers during the spring semester at eight local schools in the following seven school districts: Northeastern Educational Intermediate Unit, Mid Valley, Forest City Regional, North Pocono, Bear Creek Charter, Valley View and Dunmore.

Doyle, a senior, will serve as a student teacher at Mid Valley Secondary Center in the Mid Valley School District. Doyle, is majoring in secondary education history at the Jesuit University.





Whippany Resident Charged With Trespassing

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Frank Cahill
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Wegmans

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Wednesday, February 6, Hanover Township Police Officer Stephen Manney arrested Mr. Andriy Blyednov, 42, Whippany for Trespassing.

Officer Manney was called to the Wegmans, 34 Sylvan Way, for an individual attempting to enter the store unlawfully due to incidents in the past.

Upon arrival, Officer Manney located and arrested Mr. Blyednov and then transported him to Police Headquarters for processing.

Mr. Blyednov was charged with Trespassing and Providing false information. A $1,000.00 warrant was also discovered during processing.

Mr. Blyednov was released pending his new court date.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.





Stolen Lexus from Windemere Court; Keys left inside and unlocked

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Frank Cahill
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2017-Lexus-IS-300. File Photo

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Friday, February 8, Hanover Township Police Officer Erick Magley responded to Windemere Court for a stolen motor vehicle report.

According to the vehicle owner, she observed her headlights turn on and observed the vehicle being backed out of the driveway at approximately 6:00 a.m.

The vehicle, a 2017 Lexus IS 300 was equipped with a GPS locator and was located a short time later in Newark.

Newark Police Department was advised of the approximate location and advised they located the Lexus and were attempting to apprehend the violators who fled on foot.

The victim states the vehicle was unlocked and most likely had a set of keys left inside the vehicle . Investigation is pending.





Officer canvassing Windemere Court due to recent stolen vehicles

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Friday, February 8, Hanover Township Police Officer Megan Pritchard was canvassing the area of Windemere Court due to the recent report of a stolen vehicle and observed several vehicles burglarized.

A 2018 Audi Q3, A 2014 Ford Explorer, a 2016 Land Rover and a 2016 Dodge Charger were all gone through however nothing was reported missing at the time of the report.

All vehicles were left unlocked and were in the immediate vicinity of where the stolen motor vehicle was reported. Investigation pending.





Applebee’s Announces 2nd Annual Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill & Bar announced the launch of its Second annual Above and “BEE”yond Teacher Essay Contest, which will recognize top teachers – as nominated by their students – by awarding them with a sponsorship check and end-of-year class party, courtesy of Applebee’s. The contest is being offered at Applebee’s restaurants in New Jersey owned and operated by local franchisee, Doherty Enterprises. Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar is located at 240 Route 10 West.

Specifically, Applebee’s will award six deserving teachers from 13 counties* with a $500 sponsorship check to use towards their classroom for the upcoming 2019-2020 school year, along with an end-of-year party for their current class. To nominate a teacher, students must submit an essay in-person at their local Applebee’s explaining why their teacher deserves to be “Teacher of the Year.” To sweeten the deal, students who enter an essay will receive a FREE ice cream certificate** to Applebee’s. Contest submissions will be accepted at participating Applebee’s restaurants now through March 3 and winners will be announced on Monday, April 8.

“We are thrilled to be holding our second annual Above and BEEyond Teacher Essay Contest at our New Jersey restaurants,” said Kevin Coughlin, director of operations, Applebee’s New Jersey. “Our restaurants are committed to giving back to the local community, especially schools within the communities we serve. The overwhelming support from last year’s campaign reminded us what an integral role teachers play in building a better community.”

Doherty Enterprises is committed to involvement in the communities it serves and is proud to support education year-round through its “A is for Applebee’s” program, which was created for teachers, libraries and scout leaders to use as an incentive for children to succeed and be rewarded. The program gives children an incentive to go the extra mile to help other students, read more books and make the Honor Roll. By obtaining the certificate from Applebee’s, children also gain a sense of accomplishment. Through this, and several other initiatives including donations, fundraisers, sponsorships and participation in community events, Doherty Enterprises gives back to local causes, helping organizations grow and flourish.

For more information about how Doherty Enterprises and its restaurants support local communities, or to get involved in one of the youth programs click here.

*One winner will be selected from each set of counties, grouped together by the following geographic areas, (Middlesex, Somerset, Hunterdon), (Bergen, Passaic, Essex), (Hudson, Union), (Morris, Sussex, Warren), (Monmouth), (Ocean).

**Limit one per person. Valid only at participating Applebee’s locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises.





Police find three individuals passed out with beer; arrest for DWI

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Wednesday, January 30, Hanover Township Police Officer Eric Prach arrested Mr. Jose Gomez, 23,  currently residing in the Red Carpet Inn on Route 10 for DWI.

Officer Prach was on foot patrol in the parking lot when he observed a vehicle parked and running with three individuals passed out inside the vehicle each holding an open beer can in their hands.

Officer Prach also observed several empty and full cans of beer spread throughout the vehicle.

Mr. Gomes was asked to perform field sobriety tests and was subsequently arrested and transported to Police Headquarters for processing.

He was issued motor vehicle summonses for DWI, Driving without a license, Open container, Unattended motor vehicle, Careless driving and Failure to wear seatbelt. He was released pending his court date.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.





Stolen Vehicles in Whippany section

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Frank Cahill
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2018 Dodge Durango stolen from a property in Lake Parsippany and found in Newark. (File Photo)

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Police Chief Mark Roddy states that numerous vehicles were burglarized during the pre-dawn hours of Friday, February 8 in the Whippany section.

One vehicle was reported stolen which has been recovered in Newark.

These vehicles were left unlocked. There have been several types of these incidents in surrounding municipalities so please do not assume that these are isolated incidents which will go away soon.

Keep your vehicles locked, remove any valuables, and do not leave any keys/key fobs in your vehicles.

Immediately contact the Hanover Township Police Department if you observe any unusual or suspicious persons or vehicles.





Possible Panhandler arrested for Warrant; Possession of Drugs

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Monday, January 28, Hanover Township Police Officer Chris Martino arrested Ms. Brianna Bulkley, 29, Fords, for Possession of CDS.

Officer Martino was called to the area of the Walmart for a possible panhandler. Upon arrival, Officer Martino observed a female later identified as Ms. Bulkley matching the description of the alleged panhandler.

After a brief investigation, a $750.00 warrant was discovered. During the search incident to arrest a hypodermic syringe and other paraphernalia was discovered.

Ms. Bulkley was arrested and transported to Police Headquarters for processing.

She was charged with Possession of a Hypodermic needle and Drug paraphernalia.

She was released pending her new court date.

Editor’s Note: A criminal complaint is merely an accusation. Despite this accusation, the defendant is presumed innocent until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.





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