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Red Carpet Inn Incident Leads to Arrest of 26-Year-Old Whippany Woman

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Frank Cahill
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Red Carpet Inn, 1255 Route 10, Cedar Knolls

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On August 12, 2025, Hanover Township Police Officer Jake Crane arrested Nylah Steele, 26, of Whippany, on a charge of disorderly conduct.

Police were dispatched to the Red Carpet Inn, located at 1255 Route 10, on a report of a burglary. Upon arrival, officers encountered Steele, who was described as highly intoxicated and causing a disturbance.

According to police, as Officer Crane attempted to walk past her, Steele used her arms in an effort to block his path and continued her actions despite repeated commands to stop.

She was taken into custody and transported to the hospital due to her level of intoxication. Steele was later released with a summons and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Editor’s Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Boonton Man Arrested for Drug Possession and Traffic Violations

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Frank Cahill
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HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Monday, August 11, James Gianguercio, a 45-year-old resident of Boonton, was arrested by Police Officer Michael Kaiser of the Hanover Township Police Department. The arrest followed a report of a potentially intoxicated driver, which led Officer Kaiser to conduct a motor vehicle stop on Whippany Road.

Upon approaching the vehicle, Officer Kaiser observed a glass vial containing liquid in plain view. During the interaction, Gianguercio was asked to exit the vehicle in order to perform field sobriety testing. While conducting the investigation, officers noticed a conspicuous bulge in Gianguercio’s pocket, which was discovered to be drug paraphernalia.

A subsequent search of the vehicle resulted in the discovery of multiple types of controlled dangerous substances, including heroin, cocaine, prescription legend drugs, and steroids.

Gianguercio was arrested and charged with multiple counts, including possession of controlled dangerous substances, possession of drug paraphernalia, and numerous traffic offenses. He was later released with a scheduled court date.

Editor’s Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

SNHU Announces Summer 2025 Dean’s List – Mountain Lakes Student Recognized

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Frank Cahill
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Southern New Hampshire University

MOUNTAIN LAKES — Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) announced that James Thompson of Mountain Lakes has been named to the Summer 2025 Dean’s List.

The honor is awarded to full-time undergraduate students who achieve a grade-point average between 3.500 and 3.699 for the term. The summer sessions ran from May through August.

SNHU, a private nonprofit institution with a 92-year history, serves more than 200,000 learners worldwide through online programs and its Manchester, NH campus. The university offers nearly 200 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs and has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Most Innovative” regional universities.

SNHU Announces Summer 2025 Dean’s List – Dover Students Honored

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Frank Cahill
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Southern New Hampshire University

DOVER — Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) has named two Dover residents to the Summer 2025 Dean’s List, recognizing their academic achievement during the May–August term.

Students earning this honor must be full-time undergraduates with a grade-point average between 3.500 and 3.699 for the reporting term.

Those recognized from Dover are:

  • Petrina BrownSpurs
  • Alexander Cadena

SNHU is a private, nonprofit, accredited institution serving more than 200,000 learners worldwide. Offering approximately 200 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs online and on its 300-acre Manchester, NH campus, SNHU is nationally recognized for innovation and expanding access to affordable higher education.

Two Men Charged After Morris County Traffic Stop

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Frank Cahill
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Hanover

HANOVER TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (Morris County) — A Dover man was arrested on August 23 after Hanover Township police reported he was found with cocaine and drug paraphernalia during a traffic stop.

According to police, officers stopped a vehicle for weaving while conducting driving while intoxicated enforcement patrols. During the investigation, passenger Juan Rocha-Gutierrez, 31, of Dover, was allegedly found with cocaine and an angle-cut straw. He was arrested and charged with possession of cocaine, possession of drug paraphernalia, and multiple traffic offenses. Rocha-Gutierrez was later released pending a court date.

The driver, Juan Olayalemus, 43, of Mine Hill, was also charged after police determined that both men had been smoking marijuana inside the vehicle. Olayalemus was cited for possession of an open container and consumption of marijuana. He was issued traffic summonses and released with a pending court date.

Morristown Man Charged After Pepper Spray Assault at McDonald’s

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Frank Cahill
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Hanover

HANOVER TOWNSHIP – Police arrested a Morristown man after an alleged pepper spray assault outside a McDonald’s on Ridgedale Avenue.

On Friday, August 22, Hanover Township patrols responded to the fast-food restaurant following reports of an assault. According to the investigation, Justin Kennedy, 26, of Morristown, became verbally abusive toward a female employee. When a bystander intervened, a confrontation ensued.

As both men were leaving the restaurant, police said Kennedy turned and sprayed the victim in the face with pepper spray.

Kennedy was arrested and transported to police headquarters. He was charged with aggravated assault, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, disorderly conduct, and multiple traffic violations. He was later released pending a court appearance.

Editor’s Note: The court’s rules require us to include a statement that states: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Denville Police Charge Hillside Man with DWI Following Route 10 Traffic Stop

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Frank Cahill
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DENVILLE – A Hillside man has been charged with driving while intoxicated after police conducted a motor vehicle stop in the early morning hours of Tuesday, September 2.

At approximately 2:15 a.m., officers from the Denville Police Department stopped a vehicle traveling eastbound on Route 10 after observing it failing to maintain its lane.

The driver, identified as Cain Morales-Galicia, 43, of Hillside, was determined to be under the influence and placed under arrest. He was transported to Denville Police Headquarters, where he was processed on multiple charges.

Morales-Galicia faces charges of driving while intoxicated, failure to maintain lane, reckless driving, and careless driving. He was later released pending a mandatory appearance in Denville Municipal Court

Nielsen Chevrolet Car Show Returns

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Frank Cahill
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DOVER – Get ready to rev your engines! The 2025 Nielsen Chevrolet Car Show, hosted by Nielsen Chevrolet and Dover Rotary, will roll into town on Sunday, September 21, at Nielsen Chevrolet on Route 46 in Dover. (Rain date: Sunday, September 28.)

The show runs from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. Pre-registration is $15.00, while day-of registration is $20.00. The event is open to all years, makes, and models, welcoming classic car enthusiasts, modern sports car fans, and anyone who enjoys the thrill of automotive history and innovation.

Guests can look forward to a full day of commemorative shirts, door prizes, trophies, delicious food, and live entertainment. The event also serves a greater purpose, as all proceeds benefit the Dover Rotary and their community programs.

“Events like this not only celebrate the passion people have for cars but also bring our community together while supporting a great cause,” said organizers. “Whether you’re showing off your ride or just coming to admire, everyone is welcome.”

Sponsors

This year’s major sponsor is Sabor Latino Restaurant, with strong backing from a long list of trophy and event-level sponsors including David Pennella Attorney at Law, Bunky’s Towing, YMCA, JD Automotive and Truck, Jersey’s Finest Barber Shop, Provident Bank, Picatinny Federal Credit Union, Dover Dairy Maid, Townsquare Diner, Pop’s Bagels, and many others.

For more information, contact David Pennella at (973) 361-7100 or Dave Ayers at (908) 229-2114, or visit DoverNJRotaryClub.com.

Hanover Park Band Hosts Used Clothing Drive

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Frank Cahill
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EAST HANOVER — Clean out those closets and support the Hanover Park Band at a community Used Clothing Drive on Saturday, September 13, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Hanover Park High School, 63 Mt. Pleasant Avenue, East Hanover.

Donors can drop off all types of wearable clothing (men’s, women’s, and kids’) and all sneakers and shoes. The drive also accepts blankets, sheets, quilts, comforters, towels, tablecloths, drapery/curtains, bath rugs, and kitchen/bath linens, plus accessories such as purses, backpacks, briefcases, belts, hats, gloves, socks, scarves, and ties.

Please place items in well-tied trash bags.

Not accepted: books, CDs, VHS tapes, kitchen appliances, outdoor toys, or furniture.

Proceeds help fund programs and services for the Hanover Park Band. Items suitable for reuse support global micro-enterprise; non-reusable textiles will be recycled.

If you can’t make the drop-off window or need arrangements, contact Amy Matusheski at (847) 345-1755.

Cheshire Home Hosts Bingo Night to Benefit Residents

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Frank Cahill
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FLORHAM PARK — Cheshire Home will host a fun-filled Bingo Night on Thursday, November 13 at Holy Family Church in Florham Park. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. with Bingo Happy Hour kicking off at the same time. Games run from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Guests can expect exciting prizes and a 50/50 raffle. At the March bingo, prizes ranged from restaurant and retail gift cards and themed gift baskets to an Apple Watch and a Yeti cooler—with more surprises anticipated this fall. Attendees are welcome to bring their own food and beverages (21+ to consume alcohol). Light refreshments will also be available for purchase.

Proceeds support Cheshire Home’s programs and services for residents with spinal cord injuries, helping them continue their journey toward independence.

For details, contact Betsey Burgdorf at [email protected] or (973) 966-1232 ext. 234.

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