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Chat with Mountain Lakes Police Chief

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Frank Cahill
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MOUNTAIN LAKES — Join the League of Women Voters of Mountain Lakes for the first in a series of conversations with the Mountain Lakes Police Department.

You can have an opportunity to chat with Mountain Lakes Police Chief Shawn Bennett on March 11 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Mountain Lakes Library Community Room, 9 Elm Road.

Everyone welcome! Bring your questions for Chief Bennett. The Mountain Lakes Police Department wants to be responsive to our community. Coffee and Tea will be served.

The League of Women Voters Mountain Lakes is part of a national civic organization that encourages informed and active participation in government, works to increase understanding of major public policy issues, and influences public policy through education and advocacy.  They believe in the power of women to create a more perfect democracy. Learn more and join by clicking here.

 

Florham Park Child Safety Seat Inspection

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Frank Cahill
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FLORHAM PARK — For over 20 years, the Florham Park Police Department – in cooperation with the Florham Park Fire Prevention Bureau – has been educating and assisting the community on child safety seat installations at no cost to the individual.  Due to limited resources, there no longer will be the monthly Child Safety Seat Checkpoints held at the Brooklake Road Firehouse or walk-in requests for help.

The Florham Park Police Department will assist Florham Park residents only looking for guidance on child safety seat installations by appointment only.  Those requesting assistance are asked to contact Sergeant Bundschuh at (973)410-5375 and leave a message with your name, phone number, and preferred availability.

For other local alternatives and monthly checkpoints where no appointment is necessary, click here.

East Hanover Recreation Summer Employment

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — Applications for Playground Counselors and Lifeguards are now being accepted at the Recreation Office. To apply please call the office at (973) 888-6085 or stop by Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Playground Counselors: Must be 18 and older to apply. Deadline for applications – April 6.

Lifeguards: Must be certified in lifeguard/CPR/first aid. Deadline for applications – March 30.

SMAC Blood Testing Program

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — The East Hanover Health Department will conduct a SMAC Blood Testing Program for EAST HANOVER and ROSELAND RESIDENTS 18 years or older on Saturday, March 21 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the Roseland Borough Hall, 19 Harrison Avenue, Roseland.

SMAC is a comprehensive blood test that analyzes more than 20 components including total cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides, glucose and a CBC (Complete Blood Count.)

The Health Department’s nursing staff will provide blood pressure screening and health education brochures will also be available.

To participate in the Clinic, you must call (973) 888-6035 Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for an appointment.

For all participants who select the SMAC there is a fee of $22.00 and for those who select the SMAC plus the PSA screening there is a fee of $40.00. In addition to the SMAC test, the PSA (Prostatic Specific Antigen) blood test will also be available for men age 50 and older, or for those 40 and older that have added risk factors.  Those at risk include African-American men as well as men with a family history of cancer.  The fee for the PSA test alone is $25.00.

Appointments are available on a first come – first serve basis.

Adult Group Fitness Classes

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — This group fitness is Co-Sponsored by Olimpia “USA FIT FOR LIFE” Fitness Training and will incorporate cardio, strength, and core conditioning. It will take place at the East Hanover Recreation Center from 7:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

The class is for both Residents and non-residents 16 years and older and runs from March 31 through June 18.

Sign up quickly as class size is limited and it is on a first come first serve basis.  The cost is $192.00 for the 12 week class session twice a week or $110.00 for 1 day a week.

Please complete the form attached and return to the East Hanover Recreation Department or call (973) 428-3090 to register.

Law Enforcement Night at Mennen Arena was huge success

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Frank Cahill
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East Hanover Councilman Brian Brokaw, Sr., East Hanover Patrolman Dan McClure, Patrolman Matt Cerrato, Chief Christopher Cannizzo, Thomas "Ace" Gallagher, Council President Michael Martorelli

MORRIS COUNTY — Over 400 Morris County residents attended the Law Enforcement Night at Mennen Arena on Friday, February 28 sponsored by the New Jersey Coalition 4 Education and Positive Choices.

Children and teenagers in attendance had the opportunity to meet with the officers and discuss the various methods utilized throughout Morris County to maintain a safe community. There were also multiple types of law enforcement equipment and vehicles that were on display for the public.

Morris County

“The NJC4EPC truly reminds me of the New York Yankees from the mid to late nineties, coalition founder ands Township Committeeman Thomas “Ace “ Gallagher said. This is great group of extremely talented, hard working people that are working together toward a specific goal and the goal is very clear. There are no heroes in this crew just wonderful, dedicated people that want to be part of a real solution to make things better for all of our families.”

Morris County Sheriff Officer Corp. Laura Bertelli and “Eddie”

Prosecutor Knapp said, “Fostering relationships with members of the Morris County community is a priority for the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office. We want our residents to feel comfortable with the dedicated law enforcement professionals working here. The younger residents who attended Law Enforcement Night have the potential to be our county’s next great leaders and this event was an opportunity for them to meet our law enforcement professionals.”

Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Detective Supervisor Spence Osaigbovo and Detective Muhammad Thomas
Enjoying Law Enforcement Night at Mennen Arena. East Hanover Police Chief Christopher Cannizzo and Hanover Township Committeeman Thomas “Ace” Gallagher
Enjoying Law Enforcement Night at Mennen Arena. Hanover Township Chief Mark Roddy, Patrolman James Grawher, Det. Peter Hermans, Thomas Burke and Patrolman Emmanuel Malasig
Officer Kayla Santos, Morris County Sheriff Office
Morgan Park and Melanie Cole, Kidz World
Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Sergeant Brian Conover and Remo Alessandro

Former Morris Catholic Teacher Arrested on Sex Crimes Charges

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Chris Kimker, and Denville Police Chief Frank Perna announce that Carlos A. Franco-Leon, 42, Rockaway Township, has been charged with six counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2a(2)(b), a crime of the first degree; two counts of second degree Sexual Assault in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:14-2c(3)(b); and two counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:24-4a(1), a crime of the second degree.

This 42-year-old defendant is alleged to have committed sexual acts upon two minor female students known to him while he was working as a teacher and volleyball coach at Morris Catholic High School, located in Denville.

The acts were alleged to have occurred on various occasions between 2015 and 2019. The defendant’s employment with Morris Catholic High School ended in 2018.

The defendant has been charged by warrant-complaint and is currently lodged at the Morris County Correctional Facility pending a court appearance.

Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to call the Sex Crimes/Child Endangerment Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office at (973) 285-6200 or the Denville Police Department at (973) 627-4900.

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.

Loud Party and CDS at Hyatt House leads to Arrest of Parsippany Resident

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Police Officer Ed Zakrzewski arrested Mr. Matthew Bryant, 19, Parsippany, for possession with intent to distribute CDS on Sunday, March 1.

Officer Zakrzewski was called to the Hyatt House on Ridgedale Avenue to assist management in removing individuals from a room due to noise and the smell of CDS coming from the room.

Officer Zakrzewski made contact with the guests and advised them to vacate the premises per management. While the guests were leaving a clear baggie of suspected marijuana was located.

Mr. Bryant was determined to be the owner and was subsequently arrested and charged with possession of CDS with the intent to distribute, possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia, maintaining a nuisance and consumption of alcohol by persons under 21.

He was released pending his court date.

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.

Two Arrested for Marijuana at Red Roof Inn

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Police Officer Dan Foesel arrested Mr. Mark Ciancio, 36, currently staying at the Red Carpet Inn and Ms. Jessica Rivera, 36, also staying at the Red Carpet Inn, on Saturday, February 29.

Officer Foesel was originally dispatched to the Red Carpet Inn for a medical aid and while on scene he detected the odor of marijuana coming from the room next door to the medical aid.

After clearing from the medical aid, he knocked on the door he believed the odor was coming from. Mr. Ciancio answered the door and a cloud of smoke was observed and a strong smell of marijuana was detected.

After a brief investigation, both Mr. Ciancio and his girlfriend Ms. Rivera were arrested and charged with two counts of possession of CDS and drug paraphernalia.

Ms. Rivera also had several active warrants totaling approximately $1500.00. Both parties were released pending their court dates.

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.

Cedar Knolls Resident Charged with Criminal Mischief after Attempting to Break Into Mailboxes

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township Police Officer Michael Byrnes arrested Mr. Sergio Granados, 31, Cedar Knolls, for criminal mischief on Friday, February 28.

Officer Byrnes was called to Justin Court for a report of an individual attempting to break into mailboxes using a pry bar and hammer.

Upon arrival, Officer Byrnes spoke with the caller who identified the individual as the resident in apartment #204, Mr. Granados.

Officer Byrnes responded to #204 and spoke with Mr. Granados who stated that he lost his key to his mailbox and wanted his mail.

After a brief investigation, Mr. Granados was arrested and charged with criminal mischief, under the influence of CDS, providing false information, theft by taking and possession of burglary tools.

Mr. Granados also had several active warrants totaling over $5000.00. He was transported to Morris County Correctional Facility pending his court date.

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.

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