Rob Zwigard, Parsippany-Troy Hills Mayor Michael Soriano, Parsippany-Troy Hills Planning Board Attorney Scott Carlson, Morris County Freeholder Deputy Director Heather Darling, Freeholder Tom Mastrangelo, Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Mount Arlington Mayor Michael Stanzilis, Assemblyman Christopher P. DePhillips, Councilman Pompton Lakes Councilman Ekamon Venin and Joseph Bock, Esq.
MORRIS COUNTY — The law offices of Kaufman, Semeraro & Leibman, LLP opened its second North Jersey office at 90 East Halsey Road, Parsippany, this year and held it first Morris County Open House Holiday Party, which was very well attended.
The firm’s practice focuses on land use law, employment law, personal injury law, business law, as well as local and county governmental law.
In attendance were Senator Anthony Bucco, Assemblywoman BettyLou DeCroce, Assemblyman Anthony Bucco, Jr., Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips, Freeholders Tom Mastrangelo, Deborah Smith and Heather Darling, Freeholders Elect John Krickus and Stephen Shaw, as well as a number of local government officials, which included Parsippany Mayor Michael Soriano and Parsippany Planning Board attorney Scott Carlson.
The firm has a long list of accolades and successes throughout Morris, Passaic, Bergen, Essex and Sussex counties, which in just the last two months, included settling one employee rights lawsuit for $1,750,000.00 and one plaintiff’s personal injury lawsuit for $2,300,000.00
Mark Semeraro said, “we look forward to being a part of and serving the Morris County community.”
Joseph Bock, Esq., Lisa Ciavarella, Mark J. Semeraro, Esq., Scott Fahrney, Esq, and Rose Brescia, and John Visconi, Esq.
2019 Hall of Fame Inductees: George Castellitto, Patrick Foley, Doug Gabel, Jim Maguire, and Ralph Tillinghast
HANOVER — Over 450 people gathered to honor our 2018 Eagle Scout Class and our 2019 Eagle Scout Hall of Fame Inductees at the Boy Scouts of America 2019 Eagle Scout Recognition & Reunion Dinner at the Hanover Manor on Friday, January 4. Congratulations to our 404 Patriots’ Path Council Eagle Scouts who achieved the rank in 2018 and to our 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees: George Castellitto, Patrick Foley, Doug Gabel, Jim Maguire, and Ralph Tillinghast, who continue to give back to the Scouting program.
Other highlights from the evening included: celebrating and highlighting Eagle Scouts from the past 20 years; our keynote speaker, Greg Johnson, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships, National Boy Scouts of America; check presentation to the ESAA Scholarship Recipient, Stephen Rozek; and honoring our “most experienced” Eagle Scouts in the room who achieved the rank in 1952!
Thank you to the sponsors, supporters, and event staff that made the event a huge success for our Eagles! It was a wonderful celebration to kick-off 2019.
MORRISTOWN — Preschool Advantage was honored once again to be the recipient of The Peck School fundraiser, “Pasta for Preschool.” Generous members of the Peck community purchased raffle and dinner tickets to attend a delicious family style pasta buffet organized by community- minded Peck seventh graders and their advisers. The fundraiser raised $11,130.71 in all — enough to send two children to preschool. Molly Dunn, executive director at Preschool Advantage, said “the commitment of all the students, faculty and parents was truly inspirational and our continued partnership with The Peck School invaluable.”
At the event, Yana, a Preschool Advantage parent, shared her daughter’s preschool experience. When Yana’s daughter entered preschool, she was not verbal, had no playmates, and knew only the Russian language. After a month in preschool, the three year old began to speak in English and is now a confident and chatty six year-old! Yana credits the preschool experience with instilling confidence in her young daughter, and she is grateful for the tuition assistance the family received from Preschool Advantage.
Preschool Advantage is a non-profit organization with the vision that all children should have access to high quality early education. Since its inception over 20 years ago, almost 1,500 tuitions have been paid, and it is the organization’s goal to fund 100 tuitions in 2019. Applications are now available for the 2019 – 2020 academic year with priority funding given to those who apply by February 28, 2019. To learn more about Preschool Advantage or to obtain an application call (973) 532-2501 or click here.
MORRIS COUNTY — In light of reports that Governor Phil Murphy is making headway on advancing marijuana policy, Senator Joe Pennacchio is urging everyone not to ignore the wealth of evidence demonstrating the dangers of legalizing the drug for recreational use. According to NJ.com, Governor Murphy is scheduled to meet with certain legislators on January 10 to discuss the legislation.
Senator Joe Pennacchio
As Governor Murphy prepares to meet with legislators to discuss marijuana, Senator Joe Pennacchio is urging everyone not to ignore the dangers of legalizing the drug for recreational use.
Sen. Pennacchio noted that just this week, Alex Berenson, a former New York Times reporter, released an editorial highlighting the medical risks of legalization: “What Advocates of Legalizing Pot Don’t Want You to Know: The wave toward legalization ignores the serious health risks of marijuana.”
“When it comes to public safety policy, legalizing marijuana for recreational use is hands down one of the most irresponsible and dangerous laws we could pass in 2019,” Pennacchio (R-26) said. “It is absolutely shocking to see people who have taken an oath to serve the public ignore organizations like the American Medical Association and the New Jersey Police Chiefs, who continue to oppose this policy. I am also astounded by my colleagues’ blatant refusal to acknowledge the myriad of medical studies showing the detrimental health impacts of legalizing marijuana.
“I have been speaking out against this for years. I remain staunchly opposed to legalizing marijuana because I believe that our number one responsibility as elected officials is to protect our constituents from harm.
“Peer-reviewed studies have consistently shown that marijuana can increase the risk of catastrophic mental illnesses. Certain Democrats are obsessed with completely ridding New Jersey of cigarettes, by banning smoking in all public spaces, and yet the leaders of their State party want to legalize a drug that could drastically increase the risk of schizophrenia. Marijuana also slows cognitive development in innocent children, who will undoubtedly have more access to this drug if it becomes legal. How can anyone, in good conscience, ignore these statistics?
“As I’ve previously highlighted, marijuana will also make our roadways more dangerous, and police officers simply don’t have the tools or resources to stop that from happening – there is no breathalyzer test for marijuana. Legalization could also lead to an increase homelessness and an uptick in crime. All of these harmful consequences are already happening in states where the drug is legal. Governor Murphy: Don’t let it happen here.”
MADISON — Madison Rotary welcomes Brian Davis as the newest member. Brian lives in Madison and is a pilot for Solarius Corporation and mostly flies business charters.
He is interest in providing service for others. A quote from his membership application is “it is not about me, it is about we”. His interest in the club include technology, working with youth, leadership development and community service projects. Thank you Brian for being a part of Rotary. Carmela Moeller is his club sponsor.
For more information regarding participating in Madison Rotary, contact Barry Kroll at [email protected].
PARSIPPANY — Congresswoman Sherrill (NJ-11) announced her district office location at 8 Wood Hollow Road. Congresswoman Sherrill will open the office to the public on January 14 and constituents can start “Monday with Mikie” that morning.
“An accessible, centrally-located district office is incredibly important to me and my staff,”said Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill. “I am looking forward to welcoming residents to their New Jersey office and continuing an open dialogue with the community.”
DISTRICT OFFICE DETAILS:
LOCATION: 8 Wood Hollow Road, Suite 203, Parsippany, NJ, 07054 OFFICE HOURS: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday PUBLIC TRANSIT: The NJ Transit bus stop on Smith Road at Wood Hollow Road is a block away from the office. It is served by the 874 and 79 NJ Transit Bus Routes. BY CAR: Accessible via Routes 287, 202, 80, and 46. PARKING: There is on-site parking at 8 Wood Hollow Road.
“MONDAY WITH MIKIE” DETAILS:
WHAT: Rep. Sherrill kicks off district office opening for NJ-11 residents WHEN: Monday, January 14 WHERE: 8 Wood Hollow Road, Suite 203, Parsippany, NJ, 07054 TIME: 8:45 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — The Hanover Township Committee is looking to appoint residents who are interested in serving on one of the many Volunteer boards, commissions and committees which make up an important part of the Township’s local government.
The Township wants to attract residents who are genuinely interested in rolling up their sleeves and actively participate in the decision making process. No particular skill or qualification is needed-only a willingness to devote one’s time and energies.
The boards, commissions and committees listed below have vacant positions:
Two vacancies exist on the Township’s Cultural Arts Committee. Both unexpired three year terms of office end on December 31, 2020
Three vacancies exist on the Township’s Community Farm & Garden Advisory Committee
If you are interested in applying for any of these positions, please send a letter of interest and resume to Joe Giorgio, Business Administrator explaining your interest and why you believe you should be considered for the position. The e-mail address is: [email protected]
HANOVER — Whippany Park Project Graduation is sponsoring a tricky tray/gift basket auction at the Hanover Manor on Wednesday, March 13.
This event is the largest fundraiser supporting Project Graduation 2019 and they are asking for your assistance in making it a success.
As you may know, the goal of Project Graduation is to provide a venue for the graduating young adults of our community to celebrate their graduation in a safe and fun environment.
This event is a tradition at Whippany Park as well as many schools throughout the country. This year the event will be held at Drew University. This event is not possible without the support of our neighbors, both individual and corporate. Therefore, we are asking for a donation from your company, which can be in the form of a gift certificate, product, cash and/or advertisement.
Your message in the program will reach over 500 area residents. This is not only a great way to advertise your company, but also demonstrates your company’s commitment to the community and our youth.
BOONTON — Kimberly Shay, a graduate of Boonton High School, was one of the more than 1,740 students named to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60.
Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education located on 289 acres nestled in the beautiful East Penn Valley in Berks County, between Reading and Allentown, Pennsylvania. KU is just two hours from New York City; 90 minutes from Philadelphia.
As the region’s center for excellence in academics, culture and public engagement, KU’s programs and reputation for quality offer students the opportunity to discover lifelong avenues of learning and discovery. KU students select from more than 100 areas of study within four colleges in a diverse liberal arts academic environment. To complement their studies, KU’s NCAA Division II athletics program with 21 varsity sports joins the more than 160 student clubs and organizations providing students with a variety of activities for learning and discovery.
HANOVER — Nikolette Fischetti, Cedar Knolls, was one of the more than 1,740 students named to the Fall 2018 Dean’s List at Kutztown University. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, an undergraduate student must be registered for at least 12 credits and have a minimum grade point average of 3.60.
Fischetti is studying Secondary Education in Math. She is a graduate of Whippany Park High School.
Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a proud member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education located on 289 acres nestled in the beautiful East Penn Valley in Berks County, between Reading and Allentown, Pennsylvania. KU is just two hours from New York City; 90 minutes from Philadelphia.
As the region’s center for excellence in academics, culture and public engagement, KU’s programs and reputation for quality offer students the opportunity to discover lifelong avenues of learning and discovery. KU students select from more than 100 areas of study within four colleges in a diverse liberal arts academic environment. To complement their studies, KU’s NCAA Division II athletics program with 21 varsity sports joins the more than 160 student clubs and organizations providing students with a variety of activities for learning and discovery.
