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Bucco Earns Endorsement of Leading Building and Construction Trades Union

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Frank Cahill
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Senator Anthony Bucco

BOONTON — Assemblyman Anthony M. Bucco (R-25) received the endorsement of the New Jersey State Building & Construction Trades Council (NJBCTC), representing more than 100 local unions and 13 local trades councils across New Jersey.

“I am proud and honored to stand with thousands of working families throughout the building trades who understand the importance business-friendly state policies that encourage economic development and create jobs,” said Bucco. “I’m committed in the fight to make New Jersey more affordable and competitive, while advancing vital issues including transportation infrastructure, practical energy policies, apprenticeships, and more.”

Only 15% of the NJBCTC endorsements went to Republican candidates statewide, demonstrating Bucco’s bipartisan appeal and working towards common sense solutions that keep New Jersey moving forward.

“Assemblyman Bucco is a tireless advocate for New Jersey’s workers and their families. He cuts through all of the noise and achieves results,” said Anthony Abrantes, Senior Union Official with Carpenters Local 254 and the Keystone Mountain Lakes Regional Council of Carpenters. “We need more fighters like him in Trenton – it’s imperative we send him back to continue fighting on our behalf.”

“We’re proud to stand with our friend Anthony Bucco who fights everyday to make New Jersey more affordable and more competitive for business – helping to keep our members working and providing for their families,” added Patrick Delle Cava, Business Manager for IBEW Local 102.

The endorsement is a setback for the two Democratic challengers hoping to secure support in their fledgling campaigns. Lisa Bhimani and Darcy Draeger have signaled they will be a rubber stamp for Phil Murphy’s out-of-touch priorities, that will drive up taxes and costs, slow job growth and hurt working families. For example, in a 2017 campaign tweet, Bhimani said she wanted to be part of a “veto-proof majority” for Phil Murphy, and has embraced his radical energy plans that will drive up energy costs for New Jersey families and seniors.

“I look forward to continuing my work on behalf of the hundreds of thousands of workers who make our communities better places to live,” added Bucco.

DeCroce Bill Giving National Guard Access to Military Benefits Clears Committee 

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Frank Cahill
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BettyLou DeCroce

MORRIS COUNTY — Legislation allowing veterans who served in the National Guard to access military benefits today passed the Assembly Military and Veterans Affairs Committee.

Under the bill (A3455), sponsored by Assemblyman Sean Kean and Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, the guard’s honorable discharge form qualifies as proof of military service and can be used to get a county veteran’s ID card.

“This legislation ensures that veterans who served in the National Guard who have NGB-22 forms are eligible for certain veterans’ benefits,” said Kean (R-Monmouth). “It should be an easy process for these brave men and women to obtain a veteran’s identification card or the veterans designation on their license.”

There are more than 8,300 guardsmen enlisted in the New Jersey Army and Air National Guard.

“This will make it easier for them to get benefits they need to live and thrive in New Jersey,” said DeCroce (R-Morris). “The state takes great pride in the programs and services available to our veterans. Former members of the guard should be able to take advantage of them, too.”

Three Mountain Lakes Students Named to Hamilton College Dean’s List

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Frank Cahill
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Hamilton College

MOUNTAIN LAKES — The following Mountain Lakes residents were named to the Dean’s List at Hamilton College for the 2019 spring semester:

Gabrielle Colchete, a rising junior majoring in government, is a graduate of Solebury School.

Phoebe Duke-Mosier, a May graduate, majored in religious studies at Hamilton.

Kahini Mutsuddi is a rising senior majoring in literature, is a graduate of Mountain Lakes High School.

To be named to the Dean’s List, a student must have carried throughout the semester a course load of four or more graded credits with an average of 3.5 or above.

Originally founded in 1793 as the Hamilton-Oneida Academy, Hamilton College offers an open curriculum that gives students the freedom to shape their own liberal arts education within a research- and writing-intensive framework. Hamilton enrolls 1,850 students from 49 states and 49 countries. Additional information about the college can be found by clicking here.

Prevent your Child from Being Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited

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Frank Cahill
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PARSIPPANY — Kiwanis Club of Greater Parsippany is hosting a free seminar on “Prevent your child from being kidnapped, Abducted or Sexually Exploited on Tuesday, June 11, starting at 6:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Parsippany PAL Youth Center, 33 Baldwin Road. Everyone is invited to attend this free event.

Help protect your child from becoming a part of these alarming statistics by attending this program on child safety. Attendees will be provided with the tools to prevent child abduction, kidnapping and sexual exploitation as well as the safe use of technology (PCs and cell phones). Mr. Robinson will dispel common safety myths, while providing skills parents, educators and police can teach children to help prevent them from becoming a victim.

Alan J. Robinson

Our speaker, Alan J. Robinson, spent 20 years with NCMEC/Project ALERT (“America’s Law Enforcement Retiree Team”), a division of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, funded by the Department of Justice and the Adam Walsh Foundation. He is a national speaker on “Measures to Prevent your Child from Being Kidnapped, Abducted, or Sexually Exploited”.

Mr. Robinson is an expert in this field and has authored numerous articles on the subject; he is a police academy instructor and provides training workshops for: the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey, FBI, corporations, PTA’s and school systems. He has made several TV appearances, been the subject of many news articles, as well as the recipient of many awards for his work in this field from state governors, prosecutors, and law enforcement as well as many grateful parents and educators.

He is a 2008 recipient of the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award, from FBI Director Robert Mueller, as well as a 2012 recipient of a New Jersey Senate Resolution, from Senator Joe Kyrillos, both for his work in educating the public about child abductors and pedophiles.

This is a free event, an refreshments will be served.

 

Barclays Partners with Hanover on Planting Project

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Frank Cahill
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The flowers were donated by Barclays for the community service project. The volunteers made short work of getting the plants in the ground at eight locations and also mulched the beds.

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Township’s municipal campus and Veterans’ Memorial Park are bright with spring color thanks to a recent collaboration pairing the municipality with business neighbor Barclays. On May 21 and 23, 30 Barclays employee volunteers planted flowers each day to assist the township’s Department of Public Works and Park Maintenance.

The flowers were donated by Barclays for the community service project.  The volunteers made short work of getting the plants in the ground at eight locations and also mulched the beds.  The May dates were intentionally selected to add seasonal grace and beauty to municipal grounds, with a special focus on the Township’s veterans’ monuments where the Veterans’ Alliance placed wreaths on Memorial Day in honor of those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Barclays employee volunteers planted flowers each day to assist the township’s Department of Public Works and Park Maintenance

Mayor Ron Francioli, Township Committeeman Brian Cahill, Hanover Township Fire District No. 3 (Cedar Knolls) Chief Chad DiGiorgio, DPW Superintendent Brian Foran, and Police Chief Mark Roddy, along with other municipal and Fire District #3 personnel, were on hand to kick off the project and lend support. The presence of the Cedar Knolls Fire Department/EMS was especially meaningful for Barclays.

During the event, the company announced their plans to raise money to assist Fire District No. 3 in purchasing an automated CPR device for first responders’ use. Being automated, the device maintains consistent chest compressions over extended periods of time – something not humanly possible – and thereby helps save lives. According to Chief DiGiorgio, the department has one device now that has to be shared between the two ambulances. The ability to purchase a second will mean that both ambulances can be equipped allowing all first aid responders immediate access to this life-saving device.

Brian J. Cahill

The two-day event ended on a celebratory note at Barclays, where municipal officials were given a tour of the campus and joined the employee volunteers for a “thank you” barbecue the company hosted.  Mayor Francioli and Committeeman Cahill were effusive in their praise of the success of the collaboration and Barclays’ announcement to help Fire District #3. “We had high hopes for this project and Barclays exceeded all our expectations,” noted Francioli. “They are a valued business neighbor and we’re very excited about partnering with them again in the future.” Cahill wholeheartedly concurred, and added, “As the Township Committee liaison to our Board of Fire Commissioners, I greatly appreciate Barclays helping the Cedar Knolls Fire Department/EMS with their goal to purchase another automated CPR device. We’re overwhelmed by Barclays’ generosity and desire to help our community.”

Madison Area Chamber of Commerce holds Annual Awards Dinner

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Frank Cahill
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Volunteer of the Year Award: Madison Ambulance Corps. JJ Pullaro, Clauda Hirawat, James Wynn, Jack Luts, Kevin DeBiasse, Carmine Toto

MADISON — The Madison Area Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 4 at Brooklake Country Club, 139 Brooklake Road, Florham Park. Awards were given in eight categories at the year end celebration.

The evening was filled with good cheer, laughter and friendship and included a dinner buffet, cash bar, door prizes and an awards ceremony that was held in the lounge overlooking the golf course.

“The Chamber’s Annual Awards Dinner celebrates the outstanding achievements of a carefully selected group of distinguished individuals, businesses and community organizations. All of our 2019 honorees are being honored for their dedication and support of Madison businesses and the community.” said Chamber Executive Director Karen Giambra.

In the business improvement category, the Chamber honored Sugar Rush, 10 Waverly Pl. with Most Creative Window and Bottle Hill Tavern with the 2019 Best Complete Renovation award.

The 2019 Appreciation Award honored Tons of Toys, 64 Main St. for their incredible generosity and support of the businesses and the community of Madison.

The Madison Volunteer Ambulance Corps received the Madison Volunteer of the Year Award, along with a standing ovation upon accepting their recognition.

The Chamber honored Tri-Town 55+ Coalition with the 2019 Non Profit of the Year award and the 2019 Community Service Award was presented to Dominique Peck-Meyer & Colleen Bohensky for helping to bring the people of Madison together through Madison Area Parents.

The recipient of 2019 Distinguished Service Award honored Chamber President John Morris for his dedication to the businesses and community of Madison.

“John represents generations of Madison leadership.” said Mayor Robert Conley.  “John is not just about the Chamber but about whatever makes Madison a stronger community and through the building of partnerships helps make Madison businesses thrive.”

“John is loved by the Madison Chamber.” said Karen Giambra.  “He is a great leader and a loyal friend to all of us. His dedication to the businesses and community is sincere and unwavering and he is very deserving of this award.”

The favored “Extra Mile Award” is the only Chamber award determined by the general public.  This year honored two individuals, Greg Kleiman of the Max Challenge Madison, 35 Main Street and Steven Phillips of Alfred’s Sport Shop, 32 Main Street.

“Greg and Steven provide outstanding customer service and go the Extra Mile on a daily basis to make certain that a customers experience when doing any type of business in Madison is nothing but the very best.” said Giambra. “Madison is lucky to have them.”

“Our honorees delivered thoughtful, enjoyable and touching acceptance speeches and the Chamber Board can’t thank them enough for their efforts,” said Morris.  “The very memorable night was made possible by our honorees, guests, award presenters, many Chamber volunteers and the event’s organizer, Karen Giambra, Chamber’s executive director.”

This years awards were sponsored by David Morozoff of Haven Savings Bank, 177 Main Street.

Two County College of Morris Alumni Selected in Major League Baseball Draft

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Frank Cahill
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Shayne Fontana was selected in the 23rd round by the Baltimore Orioles

MORRIS COUNTY — The County College of Morris (CCM) Athletics Department is beaming with the announcement that two alumni who played on the Titans baseball team were selected in the 2019 Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft. Both players graduated CCM in 2017.

Shayne Fontana, of Lebanon, who played center field with the Titans was selected in the 23th round by the Baltimore Orioles. Fontana, who received an associate degree in Criminal Justice at CCM, recently graduated from Lynn University.

Tyler Poulin selected in the 29th round by the Arizona Diamondbacks

Right-handed pitcher Tyler Poulin, of Randolph, was selected in the 29th round by the Arizona Diamondbacks. Poulin received his associate degree in Business Administration from CCM and then transferred and graduated with a BA from Quinnipiac University.

“The selections of Shayne Fontana and Tyler Poulin in the 2019 MLB Draft are tremendous accomplishments for these student-athletes, their families and our program,” said Brian Eberly, CCM head baseball coach and 2019 Coach of the Year for the NJCAA Division II Baseball All Region XIX Selections. “It is further evidence of CCM attracting and developing top-notch talent.”

The CCM baseball team has a proud history, producing over 50 professional players and three trips to the NJCAA World Series. CCM has produced more MLB players than any other New Jersey junior college. During the 2017 season, the CCM Titan’s baseball team went 41-8, winning a Garden State Athletic Conference title and finished the year ranked 8th in the nation.

“Poulin was a dominant presence on the mound for us and helped lead our team to a 41-8 record in 2017,” remarks Eberly. “Fontana is a tremendous athlete. Not only did he continue to grow as an athlete, but he worked very hard to turn around his academic career. I am very proud of both of these young men.”

To learn more about the CCM Athletics Department click here.

Woman struck by Prosecutor’s Office vehicle dies

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Frank Cahill
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MORRIS COUNTY —Passaic County Prosecutor Camelia M. Valdes announces that at approximately 2:12 p.m., on Friday, June 7, police responded to the intersection of Schuyler Place and Ann Street,  Morristown, in response to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian.

The driver, Lt. Kristi Allegretta of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office, was operating a County owned Ford Explorer turning left off of Schuyler Place onto Ann Street.

At that time she struck a pedestrian who was attempting to cross Ann Street. The pedestrian, identified as Galina Kustanovich, 80, of Morristown, suffered serious injuries and was transported to Morristown Medical Center, where she succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced deceased at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Lt. Allegretta suffered no injuries and there were no other passengers in the vehicle at the time.

The investigation, which is active and ongoing, is being conducted by the Passaic County Prosecutors Office at the Direction of the Division of Criminal Justice with the assistance of the Morristown Police Department.

More information will be released once it becomes available. The Passaic County Prosecutor’s Office asks anyone with additional information about this incident to contact the tips line at 1-877-370-PCPO or [email protected].

Barclays to relocate 500 tech jobs from Delaware to new Whippany campus

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Barclays announced last week that it will be moving 500 of its approximately 2,000 Delaware jobs out of Delaware to its new campus in Whippany.

The move comes almost a year after the British bank opened its 60-acre Morris County campus in July 2018 on the site of the old Bear Stearns property on the corner of South Jefferson Road and Park Avenue.

In the press release, Barclays said workers who do not relocate will be offered severance and “outplacement support, such as job search assistance, resume writing and interviewing skills.”

Barclays consumer banking division is the 9th largest credit card issuer in the United States, with $26 billion in card loans.

Barclays has indicated the relocations are part of the bank’s strategy to create regional hubs around the world with the Whippany campus serving as a flagship site for its  regional campus strategy.

When the current move is completed the Hanover location will employ over 2,000 employees with more expected to come.

Hanover Education Foundation’s Run for Health 5K

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Frank Cahill
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First Place Winner James Troiano, Senior at Whippany Park High School

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Hanover Education Foundation’s Run for Health 5K and Walk was held on Saturday, June 8.

The weather was perfect for the event attended by over 500 runners and walkers.

This year’s First Place Male Winner is James Troiano, Senior at Whippany Park High School and the Female Winner is Rebecca Hoffler, 25, from Whippany, representing Memorial Junior School.

Many awards were given out for the school with the largest team, which was Salem Drive School.

The top three male runners, ten and under, were Christopher Smith, Sawyer Smith and Victor Xavier. And the top three female runners, ten and under were Rebecca McClain, Lily Smith and Lilly Lopez-Tassan.

The Hanover Township Education Foundation’s mission is to enhance the high quality education of the Hanover Township K-12 public schools by funding innovative educational programs that foster excellence and have a lasting impact on students.  Their efforts are achieved through fundraising, donations, and grant writing opportunities.  They are a non-profit organization run by volunteers.

For more information on Hanover Township Education Foundation click here.

The Officers of Hanover Township Education Foundation are President– Brandie Linfante; Vice President – Anthony J. Scarpino; Treasurer – Charlene Peterson; Secretary – Marie Alwell; Director of Public Relations and Promotion – Barbara Freda; District Advisors – Michael Wasko and Carol Grossi; and 5K Race Director – Dr. Mark Brzozowski.

The Trustees are Barbara Azzarello, Salvatore Azzarello, Danielle Caggiano, Anne Coiley, Dawn Donohue, Tara McClain, Steve Martin, Douglas Petty and Aaron Wasserman.

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