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Registration for the Fall Semester Now Taking Place at CCM

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MORRIS COUNTY —  It’s not too late for students to enroll for the Fall Semester at County College of Morris (CCM). By registering now, students have the opportunity to select courses that best fit their schedule.

The earliest fall courses begin Wednesday, September 4. In total, CCM offers seven terms during its Fall Semester. They are:

  • 15 Week: September 4 – December 18
  • Early 2 Week: September 4 – September 17
  • Early 7 Week: September 4 – October 22
  • Mid 2 Week: September 18 – October 1
  • 13 Week: September 18 – December 18
  • Late 2 Week: October 2 – October 15
  • Late 7 Week: October 30 – December 18

With more than 45 Associate degree programs, 150-plus transfer agreements and a wide range of certificate programs, CCM offers numerous opportunities to obtain a high-quality education designed to meet career goals. To see what classes are being offered click here.

Prior to registering for courses, students need to apply to the college. Applications can be submitted online by clicking here.

The Admissions office also can be reached at[email protected] or (973) 328-5100. Walk-ins are welcomed. The Admissions office is located in the Student Community Center, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph, NJ 07869.

Click here and discover how you can “Start Right … Finish Strong.”

24 Hour Fitness Holds Special VIP Event

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Frank Cahill
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Freeholders Stephen Shaw, Deborah Smith, Doug Cabana, Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce Board Member Nicolas Limanov, Frank Cahill, Robert Peluso, Barbara Freda, Freeholder Heather Darling, Assistant General Manager Tanya Pavlovic, Lori DeJesus, Michele Grande, New Jersey District Manager Andrea Hauke and General Manager Archie B. Weston, III

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — 24 Hour Fitness held a special VIP event on Thursday, June 27.  Special invited guest had the opportunity to a sneak peek of the new Whippany Super-Sport, while enjoying music, club tours and giveaways and had the opportunity to learn about Corporate Wellness Programs.

24 Hour Fitness is located at 24 Sylvan Way, next to Wegmans.

Man Sentenced to 15 Years for December 2015 Burglary in Mount Olive Township

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MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Acting Chief of Investigations Chris Kimker, and Chief Stephen Beecher of the Mount Olive Township Police Department announce the sentencing of Casey R. Powers, 35, of Morris Township. The sentence stems from a 2015 residential burglary involving stolen firearms in Mount Olive Township.

Powers was sentenced on Tuesday, July 2, by Hon. Donald G. Collester, J.S.C. (retired and temporarily assigned on recall) to an aggregate sentence of 15 years New Jersey State Prison, with 13-and-one-half years that must be served before he becomes eligible for parole.

On April 22 a Morris County jury returned guilty verdicts on counts of second degree Burglary, second degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, four counts of third degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, six counts of third degree Theft, fourth degree Criminal Mischief, third degree Possession of CDS, and disorderly persons Hindering Prosecution.  Due to a previous conviction for robbery, defendant was also found guilty of five counts of first degree Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and five counts of second degree Certain Persons Not to Possess a Firearm.  This verdict followed a seven-day jury trial before the Judge Collester.

The charges stem from a residential burglary that occurred on December 2, 2015 in Mount Olive Township.  The defendant forcibly entered the home through a rear deck window and stole various items of jewelry, one handgun, two shotguns, and two rifles.  During the course of the investigation, some of the jewelry, two rifles, and one shotgun were recovered.

Assistant Prosecutor Tara Wang and Supervising Assistant Prosecutor Christopher Schellhorn, both assigned to the Major Crimes Unit of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, represented the State during the trial and sentencing.

Murphy Signs Legislation to Dramatically Reform Medical Marijuana Program, Expand Patient Access 

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Governor Phil Murphy

MORRIS COUNTY — Governor Phil Murphy signed the Jake Honig Compassionate Use Medical Cannabis Act to dramatically reform New Jersey’s Medicinal Marijuana Program (MMP) and expand patient access to medical marijuana.

“Today’s legislation creates a medical marijuana program that is modernized, compassionate, progressive, and meets the needs of patients,” said Governor Murphy. “I am proud to stand with my legislative partners as we break down barriers to ensure this life-changing medical treatment is affordable and accessible for those who need it most.”

The bill, A20, makes several statutory changes to New Jersey’s MMP.  A number of these were called for in the New Jersey Department of Health’s report that was released in March 2018, pursuant to Executive Order No. 6.  The changes include:

  • Currently, medical marijuana patients are limited to receiving two ounces in a 30-day period. The bill raises the limit to three ounces for 18 months, and after that time elapses, the maximum amount will be determined by regulation. Additionally, terminally ill and hospice care patients will not be subject to any monthly limit, effective immediately.
  • Extending the authorization period from 90 days to one year: Currently, patients can only be authorized by a physician to receive up to a 90-day supply and must be recertified every three months. The bill changes this requirement and authorizes health care practitioners to issue up to a one-year supply, which will help reduce the frequency of these visits and decrease costs for patients.

  • Edibles for adults in addition to minors: Under the prior law, edibles were only authorized for patients who are minors. This bill allows edibles to be dispensed to adult patients as well.

  • Phase-out of sales tax: Unlike most forms of medicine, medical marijuana is currently subject to the sales tax. The bill phases out the sales tax over three years.  It goes down to 4 percent in July 2020, 2 percent in July 2021, and is eliminated entirely in July 2022.

  • Allowing physician assistants and advanced practice nurses to authorize medical marijuana:  Under the prior law, only physicians could authorize the use of medical marijuana for patients. This bill allows physician assistants and advanced practice nurses to also authorize medical marijuana treatments, making medical marijuana more accessible to patients.

  • Employment protections for patients: The bill prohibits employers from taking adverse employment actions against employees solely based on their status as medical marijuana patients. The bill clarifies that nothing in the law requires employers to allow the consumption of medical marijuana during work hours or do anything that could result in the loss of federal funding.

  • Multiple caregivers per patient: The bill authorizes patients to have two designated caregivers at once. Designated caregivers can obtain medical marijuana for a patient.

  • Reciprocity with other states’ medical marijuana programs: Individuals who are registered as qualifying patients in other states can be considered qualifying patients in New Jersey for a period of up to six months. During that time, they can possess and use medical marijuana, and can obtain medical marijuana if they get authorization from a health care practitioner in New Jersey based on a qualifying condition.

  • Price lists for dispensaries: Dispensaries will be required to post on their websites a price list that applies to all medical marijuana products and cannot deviate from those prices. These price lists cannot be revised more than once a month. Transparency around pricing will promote competition and help lower prices for patients.

  • Home delivery The bill authorizes the adoption of regulations to enable dispensaries to deliver medical marijuana to patients, which will improve patient access.

  • Creation of a Cannabis Regulatory Commission: The bill creates a Cannabis Regulatory Commission in but not of the Department of the Treasury to assume responsibility over the medical marijuana program. The Commission consists of five members appointed by the Governor, with one each upon the recommendation of the Senate President and the Speaker. The initial three appointments made solely by the Governor are direct appointments serving terms of three, four, and five years, and subsequently are subject to advice and consent.
    • “Advocates have waited for this, caregivers have waited for this, parents have waited for this, but most important: patients have waited for this,” said Michael Honig, Jake’s father. “Among many things, what is so special and nearest to our hearts is that it completely lifts the ban for terminally ill patients. Now they can receive unlimited medication it will take to keep them comfortable as they end their life.”
    “The Governor asked us to transform the Medicinal Marijuana Program to be more compassionate and responsive to patients. Over the last 18 months, we delivered, adding almost three times the number of patients, more conditions, faster enrollment, and a better patient experience,” said New Jersey Department of Health Commissioner Dr. Shereef Elnahal. “With this bill signing, the Governor is doing even more. No more monthly limits for terminal patients, while raising the limit for everyone else. Workplace protections. Medical school partnerships for research. This bill does amazing things for patients.”
    “Today is a giant step forward, enabling us to provide much better patient service,” said Jeff Brown, Assistant Commissioner of the Division of Medicinal Marijuana at the New Jersey Department of Health. “These changes will break down barriers for patients, like ending the requirement that they need to see a physician every 90 days, and will improve access by allowing more health professionals – Physician Assistants and Advanced Practice Nurses – to authorize patients for medical marijuana. Because of this new law, more patients will be able to access and benefit from this therapy.”
    Primary sponsors of the legislation include Senators Joseph Vitale, Nicholas Scutari, and Declan O’Scanlon, and Assembly Members Joann Downey, Joe Danielsen, Eliana Pintor Marin, Andrew Zwicker, Eric Houghtaling, and Carol Murphy.
    “This expansion of our medical marijuana program is patient-centric and patient-first,” said Senator Joseph Vitale. “With these long overdue reforms, we will treat patients with the dignity they deserve, recognize the full benefits of cannabis and ensure that compassion is a mainstay in New Jersey’s medical marijuana program. It is critically important that we provide relief to those with qualifying conditions right now, and this bill becoming law will do just that. “
    “Jake Honig’s Law is a compassionate, comprehensive effort to help countless seriously-ill patients in New Jersey get the relief they need. I am proud to have sponsored this law, and I am grateful that we are naming it after Jake,” said Senator Declan O’Scanlon. “We have heard so many examples of medical marijuana patients like Jake, who experience significant benefits, with minimal side effects. Overall, this is a responsible way to make medical marijuana more accessible for a larger number of people. It’s a huge step in the right direction, and I’m grateful for the Honig family’s courageous efforts in this fight.”
    “This is a momentous day for New Jersey and the individuals that have been forced to endure suffering due to their lack of access to medicinal cannabis,” said Senator Nicholas Scutari. “The restrictiveness of New Jersey’s medical marijuana program is why I sponsored and passed the original legislation for reforms in the Senate a decade ago. This is only the beginning of great things to come for New Jersey’s cannabis industry.”
    “For over a year, the Assembly worked tirelessly with the Governor and the Senate in an effort to responsibly expand the medicinal cannabis market,” said Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin. “The resources and treatment we are making more readily available to patients will help to save lives. Expanding access to medicinal cannabis in a safe, accessible, and regulated market will help our fight against the opioid epidemic and provide patients who depend on cannabis as an integral part of their pain management with ongoing care and support.”
    “I am proud to see the Legislature move to provide patients with access to proven effective treatments based on medicinal marijuana,” said Assemblywoman Joann Downey. “The signing of this legislation is in honor of residents who are suffering from a life-threatening medical condition and looking for viable medical answers to improve their quality.”
    “Any step that removes the many bureaucratic hurdles a patient and their families have to jump through to get access to the medicine they need is a step in the right direction,” said Assemblyman Joe Danielsen. “Now the Medicinal Marijuana Program can begin to meet the current demand for this type of treatment where in the past they were rendered incapable and ineffective under previous unfair and strict regulations. This is the way to go for New Jersey to improve and support access.”
    “This legislation will impact New Jersey residents in two significant ways. We’re helping patients gain access to new treatments that will help them to live better with an illness,” said Assemblywoman Eliana Pintor Marin.“And, through the expansion of the Medicinal Marijuana Program, we’re creating new opportunities for business and career growth in a burgeoning industry.
    “Now that it is enacted, this legislation will provide patients with another treatment modality which can give them relief from debilitating symptoms as a result of their medical conditions,” said Assemblyman Andrew Zwicker. “New Jersey is taking a significant step forward in how we improve patients’ quality of life and treat the symptoms of severe and chronic illnesses.”
    “Too many restrictions have weakened this program and patients have suffered for it for way too long. Medical marijuana has proven to be an effective treatment for some medical conditions,” said Assemblyman Eric Houghtaling. “The goal here was to really help people who are dealing with life-changing, long-term medical conditions. We have to make this treatment even more accessible and more versatile to help residents live their best lives for themselves and their families.”
    “We want to put patients and doctors back in charge of a patient’s medical care plan,” said Assemblywoman Carol Murphy. “These are the reasonable changes to the current system we need to make patient care and their individual needs a priority and we should support them wherever they are in their lives.”

    What’s Next? Madison Class of 2019 Share Graduation Plans

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    Frank Cahill
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    MADISON — What’s Next? Madison Class of 2019 shares graduation plans. Below is a list of the graduates and their future plans:

    Name Plans
    Adams, Michael S County College of Morris
    Adera, Wolanssa William Paterson University of New Jersey
    Aguirre, Natalie County College of Morris
    Allocca, Anthony Emerson College
    Alvarez, Nicholas County College of Morris
    Alves Peralta, Gabriel Northeastern University
    Andersson, Emma Victoria Johns Hopkins University
    Artigliere, Alexandra Nicole Drew University
    Barry, Liam Susquehanna University
    Beneroff, Hannah Rose California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    Benhaim-Killian, Gabriel American University
    Bennett, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Pennsylvania State University
    Bennett, Sean Daniel University of Delaware
    Bent, Alia Elizabeth Northeastern University
    Bicho, Kessler Peixoto
    Bird, Miles Stevens Institute of Technology
    Blackwell, Katherine Sutton Fordham University
    Bland, Courtney Duke University
    Bocchi, Paul Anthony Sacred Heart University
    Boyd, Margaret University of South Carolina
    Bradley, Matthew The College of New Jersey
    Brownlee, Walter Purdue University
    Bruhn, Morgen Matthew Lafayette College
    Buitrago, Santiago County College of Morris
    Cadavid, Valeria Urrea County College of Morris
    Callahan, Madeline Carey Fairfield University
    Canfield, Gwyneth University of Wisconsin, Madison
    Cantor, Elle Alexandra College of Charleston
    Carey, Laurel Bryant University
    Catlin, Ryan Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    Chandrashekar, Aditya The College of New Jersey
    Christakis, Cassandra Lee Temple University
    Christos, Andrew Vermont Academy
    Cinque, Devon Cermele University of Virginia
    Clifford, Benjamin The University of Arizona
    Colby, Kate Mackenzie University of Wisconsin, Madison
    Cole, Jaron Mitchell Elon University
    Cox, Chloe University of Delaware
    Cox, Sarah Rhiannon The University of Alabama
    Culan Ruiz, Jose Elias
    Culin, Ellie The George Washington University
    D’Ambola, Ryan William Paterson University of New Jersey
    Daly, Heather Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Daniels, Abigail Jane Gordon College
    Danzo, Emma University of California, Santa Barbara
    Davidson, Kylie Alexa County College of Morris
    de Poortere, Christian Merrigan Stevens Institute of Technology
    DelaCruz, Andre Paul Quinnipiac University
    Demuth, Tim J Carl Benz School of Engineering
    DePierro, Madison Renee University of Virginia
    Dernier, Brooke Lynne Rowan University
    Dernier, Carter Dwight Rowan University
    DeRosa, Christopher County College of Morris
    DeRosa, Kayla Marie Ramapo College of New Jersey
    DiGiacomo, Lucas Gettysburg College
    Dines, Oliver Jack Michigan State University
    DiRienzo, Lauren Fay Drew University
    Downs, John Walter Sacred Heart University
    Dreitlein, Chase Matthew The Catholic University of America
    Ducey, Nicole Ann Muhlenberg College
    Easterling, Jesse Michael Montclair State University
    Edwards, Troy Ryan University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
    Erickson, Nathanael Fitzgerald Hampton University
    Esposito, Sophia D Montclair State University
    Fabiano, Katherine Elizabeth Indiana University at Bloomington
    Fernandez, Mariana Mercedes Pennsylvania State University
    Ferranti, Julia Louise Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Fetterly, Aidan John Duke University
    Finn, Melanie Brody Syracuse University
    Finnerty, Carissa Pauline University of Vermont
    Fiore, Justin Ralph
    Flanagan, John Kevin Fordham University
    Flanagan, Liam Patrick Drew University
    Flanagan, Shane Ronald Sacred Heart University
    Fowler, Brendan University of Richmond
    Fragomeni, Isabella Angelina Old Dominion University
    Geraghty, Katherine Shae Duquesne University
    Giglio, Sophia Indiana University at Bloomington
    Giraldo, Nachary Manuela Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Gonzalez, Kevin Andrey Kevin works at a car dealership
    Gowtham, Swarna Kamatchi Indiana University at Bloomington
    Graddy, Alexandra North Carolina Central University
    Granato, Amanda Union College (New York)
    Griggs, Emilee Villanova University
    Gulino, Trevor Thomas County College of Morris
    Hamwee, Olivia Brooke Syracuse University
    Hanson, Jack Patrick Belmont University
    Happe, Lucciana Alessandra Las Positas College (Lucci will be moving to CA with family and attending a community college )
    Haralampoudis, Sophia Clemson University
    Hart, William Augustus United States Military Academy – Army
    Harting, Caroline Syracuse University
    Heffernan, Catherine Pennsylvania State University
    Herrera, Jhoan County College of Morris
    Higuita Cardona, Valentina County College of Morris
    Hopton, Ansley Faith Northeastern University
    Hunt, Ciara Jordan James Madison University
    Jacqmin, Alexander Peter University of Wisconsin, Madison
    Jimenez, Lujan Arielle Marist College
    Johnson, Drew William Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Jonsson, Julia Tilda Julia will be an AuPair in France for the year before attending university
    Jonsson, Klara Vilhelmina Klara will be an AuPair in France for a year before attending University
    Kapp, Alissa Simons Elon University
    Kapp, Courtney Sumner Longwood University
    Kaye, Lauren Sarah Boston University
    Kazel, Catherine Olivia Mount Holyoke College
    Kenney, James Edward Gettysburg College
    Kessler, Jessie Ann Stockton University
    Kidd, Colin County College of Morris
    Kiernan, Elizabeth Jewel Iona College
    Kitsopoulos, Nicholas Sotirios Berklee College of Music
    Klosinski, Trevor Christopher The University of Scranton
    Kohli, Shorin Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Kostidakis, Kyriaki County College of Morris
    Kotkin, Samuel Ryan Colgate University
    Kovac, John M High Point University
    Lederman, Jordan University of Wisconsin, Madison
    Lee, Jae In Manhattan College
    Liu, Sabrina Suffolk University
    Lu, Sarah S Johns Hopkins University
    Luciano, Michael Salvatore Fairfield University
    Luttinger, Ryan John James Madison University
    Ma, Shengzi Olivia Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Macagnano, Meaghan Hedy Clemson University
    Magnani, Ian James Fairfield University
    Mah, Emil Rose University of Massachusetts, Amherst
    Mandala, Chloe Elaine High Point University
    Mantone, Stephen SAE Institute
    Marino, Kendall Northeastern University
    Martirano, Angelina Maria Shenandoah University
    Massey, Sara Middlebury College
    May, Michael Vincent Pennsylvania State University
    Maybaum, Michael Richard Rowan University
    Mazzella, Anthony Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    McClay, Kerrianne Sinclaire University of Delaware
    McCulloch, Heather University of Maryland, College Park
    McDole, Madeline Seton Hall University
    McKittrick, Andrew Joseph Dickinson College
    McShane, Caili Pennsylvania State University
    Medeiros Costa Pereira, Beatriz University of Rochester
    Meister, Emma Elisabeth University of Delaware
    Mejia Cervantes, Jose Omar County College of Morris
    Monaghan, Matthew Donald County College of Morris
    Montes, Michelle Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Moore, Caroline Loyola University Maryland
    Moore, Rebecca Kate Ithaca College
    Mroczko, Alexandra Paige Temple University
    Mulcahy, Brendan King’s College
    Mulcahy, Matthew W Gettysburg College
    Murad, Ruby Tailor Montclair State University
    Murphy, Patrick Francis County College of Morris
    Newlin, Sophie Sims Pennsylvania State University
    O’Connell, Chloe University of Richmond
    Oliveira, Zula Reina Clark Atlanta University
    Olivieri, Natalie Rose Haverford College
    Osorio, Michael County College of Morris
    Ottomanelli, James Patrick The College of New Jersey
    Pagano, Alessandra Marist College
    Pagano, Isabella Marist College
    Palmer, Grace A Temple University
    Parenti, Isabelle Rae Atlantic Cape Community College
    Park, Holli Case Western Reserve University
    Parrett, Gillian Elizabeth Hobart and William Smith Colleges
    Paske, Samantha Grace University of South Carolina
    Pedersen, Erika Grace Clemson University
    Pellazgu, Irini Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Penev, Christopher Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Perino, Michael William Saint Joseph’s University
    Peterson, Christopher James University of Delaware
    Pierce, Ben University of Connecticut
    Pierce, Cara University of Delaware
    Pruzick, Kyle Andrew Southern Methodist University
    Quinn, Brendan Joseph Miami University, Oxford
    Rafanello, Giovanna Nicole Fordham University
    Raymaker, Luke Loyola Marymount University
    Renzulli, David Grey William Paterson University of New Jersey
    Reyda, Madelyn California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
    Ricciardi, Gabriel William Paterson University of New Jersey
    Roche, Luke S The College of New Jersey
    Romero, Marcus Brandon County College of Morris
    Ronde, Benjamin M Rochester Institute of Technology
    Rosica, Andrew A Franklin & Marshall College
    Rutland, Leah Grace Bucknell University
    Sabol, Logan Davis Bentley University
    Saldarriaga, Karina
    Sales, Julia Elizabeth University of Michigan
    Samara, Alexander Richard Rowan University
    Samara, Nicholas Richard Rowan University
    Samori, Peter B Fordham University
    Sarrett, Gillian Paige Tulane University
    Scaff, Charlotte Renee Drexel University
    Schaenen, Stuart Russell University of Richmond
    Scheel, Alani Yvette Fordham University
    Schiller, Alan Wesleyan University
    Schlicksup, Gabriel Clemson University
    Schnackenberg, Brandon Scott Southern Virginia University
    Schreck, Sydney Gianna University of Delaware
    Selquist, Ryan Anderson Clemson University
    Sheppard, Sidney County College of Morris
    Sherwood, Eve Susanne University of Michigan
    Silliman, Gabriel Jordan University of Virginia
    Skinner, Ian Forrester University of Denver
    Smith, Amanda Syracuse University
    Smith, Clara Quinn The University of Texas, Austin
    Staneart, Emilee County College of Morris
    Stokes, Ian Guilford College
    Sullivan, Samantha Nicole Indiana University at Bloomington
    Sze, Maya Jing-Ya Tufts University
    Szotak, Christopher County College of Morris
    Tadano, Mamie Boston College
    Taylor, Nicholas Salvatore-Oliveri County College of Morris
    Tom, Jett Evan Pennsylvania State University
    Travers, Peter Lafayette College
    Tully, Jula Clementine Muhlenberg College
    Ubertaccio, Matthew Angelo Sacred Heart University
    Valencia, Samantha County College of Morris
    van der Hulst, Annabelle Temple University
    Verbaro, Joseph John Castleton University
    Waksman, Benjamin Lee Drexel University
    Warner, Maggie Mary The University of Tampa
    Whitehead, George Rutgers University-New Brunswick
    Wilt, Kathryn Gettysburg College
    Winsper, Caroline Rose Providence College
    Witte, Jeffrey Todd Fairleigh Dickinson University – Metropolitan Campus
    Wong, Christian University of Michigan
    Xu, Benjamin Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Yost, Madeline Loudon Tufts University

    Joe Bock Launches Campaign for Boonton Board of Aldermen with Successful Kickoff Rally

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    Frank Cahill
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    Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Freeholder Douglas Cabana and Joe Bock, Esq.

    BOONTON — Attorney Joe Bock launched his Campaign for the Town of Boonton Board of Aldermen on June 27, 2019 with a successful Campaign Kickoff at Boonton’s Sokol USA Lodge 32.

    Joe Bock, an experienced local government attorney and lifelong Boonton area resident, is the Republican Party nominee to represent Boonton’s Third Ward. Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco and Freeholder Director Doug Cabana provided opening comments enthusiastically endorsing Bock’s candidacy for Third Ward Alderman.

    The Bock Family

    In his opening remarks, Joe Bock pledged to promote an open and transparent government, and to work to reduce excessive spending to provide relief to taxpayers and attract profitable new businesses to Boonton’s downtown.

    The large crowd of supporters included numerous elected officials and candidates, including Senator Tony Bucco, Assembly Candidate Brian Bergen, Freeholder Steve Shaw, Boonton Alderman Michael Cardillo, (Former) Boonton Alderman Doris Yanez, Boonton Fourth Ward Alderman Candidate Mike Wade, Chatham Township Mayor Tayfun Selen, Denville Councilmen Doug Gabel and Glenn Buie, and Mountain Lakes Councilman Dan Happer.

    For more information on Joe Bock’s campaign click here.

    Sweet Petal is looking for her fur-ever home

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    Frank Cahill
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    MORRIS COUNTY — Meet Petal, a four-year-old Puggle! This sweet face was recently rescued from an inner city shelter.

    Petal is a lover of all things–toys, other pups, playing fetch, and especially snuggles. She is a bit underweight right now so she also loves food! Petal will gladly help you finish your plate 🙂

    Do you have an extra ball to play catch with? I love to play catch.

    Petal is a very friendly girl who would do best in a home with other dogs and children 10+. She is not wild about kitty friends so a home without one is best. Petal is potty-trained, non-destructive when left alone, and so well-behaved!

    In her foster home, Petal took to her foster dad and doggy siblings very quickly. She follows them around and loves their company. She also enjoys being outside and making new friends!

    If you’re looking for a sweet, happy girl to play fetch with, apply to adopt Petal today!

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

    Follow Wise Animal Rescue on Instagram by clicking here.
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    Please let me go home with you and snuggle

    Earl Michael Pasion Graduates from the University of San Diego

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    Frank Cahill
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    Earl Michael Pasion

    BOONTON — Earl Michael Pasion graduated from the University of San Diego on May 26.

    Pasion earned a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. Pasion completed the requirements for graduation in January of this year.

    The University of San Diego sets the standard for an engaged, contemporary Catholic university where innovative Changemakers confront humanity’s urgent challenges.

    With more than 9,000 students from 77 countries and 44 states, USD is the youngest, independent institution on the U.S. News & World Report list of top 100 universities in the United States. USD’s eight academic divisions include the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Business, the Shiley-Marcos School of Engineering, the School of Law, the School of Leadership and Education Sciences, the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science, the Joan B. Kroc School of Peace Studies, and the Division of Professional and Continuing Education.

    USD’s Envisioning 2024 strategic plan capitalizes on the university’s recent progress and aligns new strategic goals with current strengths to help shape a vision for the future as the university looks ahead to its 75th anniversary in the year 2024.

    Cub Scouts and Grandparents Have Special Event at Camp

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    Frank Cahill
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    Flintlocks Guide Cub Scouts and Grandparents in Craft Projects
    Jacob Sipple and Kyle Sipple with Grandfather David Sipple

    MORRIS COUNTY — Cub Scouts from across Morris County had a great time with their grandparents at Winnebago Scout Reservation in Rockaway during a visit in June.  The Patriots’ Path Council of the Boy Scouts of America ran its first My Cool Grandma/Grandpa event.

    Along with their grandparent, each Cub Scout built a birdhouse or a toolbox.  The building of these crafts was guided by the Flintlocks, an association of volunteers who do whatever repair work is needed at the camp.

    After the craft building, each Cub Scout brought their grandparent over to the BB range for some target practice.  They then toasted marshmallows over a fire and had hot dogs in the great outdoors.

    Ryan Willis target practice with Grandfather Richard Pechfelder

    Grandparents commented on how much their grandson or granddaughter was enjoying Cub Scouts and the program’s role in building character and instilling values. To find a Cub Scout pack near you, click here or contact membership executive Al Thomas, (973) 765-9322 ext. 229, [email protected].

    Cub Scout Chris Conrad with Grandfather Donald Seath

    Boiling Springs Savings Bank Announces New Name, New Philosophy

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    Frank Cahill
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    Boiling Springs Bank is now known as Blue Foundry Bank

    FLORHAM PARK — Boiling Springs Savings Bank, one of northern New Jersey’s largest savings banks and provider of financial services to individuals and businesses for more than 80 years, announced that moving forward it will be known as Blue Foundry Bank. The local branch is located at 209 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park.

    The revolutionary new name, effective as of July 1, 2019, reflects the bank’s reinvention and acknowledges the modern-day community members it serves filled with makers, movers and shakers.

    Blue Foundry Bank’s name reflects a roll up your sleeves, committed, smart and creative mindset. Blue to represent the brand’s “true blue” ways and customer-focused culture, and foundry to depict that it is a bank of, and for, makers by its dedication to forging relationships and building opportunities.

    “Blue Foundry Bank is set to revolutionize banking,” said James D. Nesci, President and CEO of Blue Foundry Bank. “Our bank has always served as more than just a means of providing financial services, and our new name reflects the grit and passion we put into making people, businesses and neighborhoods stronger. Where others may see obstacles, we see opportunities.”

    Dedicated to craft banking, Blue Foundry Bank offers a comprehensive line of products and services including personal and business banking and lending, with financial planning and investing a future strategy within the bank’s innovative vision. With bankers acting more as partners, their process will be less about banking and more about living.

    About Blue Foundry Bank: Founded as Boiling Springs Savings Bank in 1939 and headquartered in Rutherford, New Jersey, Blue Foundry Bank is a new kind of bank offering New Jersey full service, crafted banking. Its deposits are insured by the FDIC. With 17 branches throughout Bergen, Essex, Morris and Passaic counties, Blue Foundry is one of the area’s largest savings banks designed specifically for its people, the movers and shakers. Reflecting its deep roots within New Jersey, and efforts to continue to move the community forward, the bank became Blue Foundry Bank on July 1, 2019.

    To learn more about Blue Foundry Bank visit BlueFoundryBank.com or call (201) 939-5000.

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    Morris Focus was founded in 2017 and is published in print and online formats. Its mission is to provide timely and accurate news coverage to Morris County residents and promote community engagement and involvement. The newspaper covers various topics, including local government, education, business, and sports. We can be reached by calling (973) 559-6000—a member of the Parsippany Area Chamber of Commerce and the Morris County Chamber of Commerce.

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