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Par-Troy West Little League will celebrate inclusion and community with a Challenger League event on June 22. The event features exhibition games where volunteers assist players with disabilities, promoting the joy of baseball. The undefeated Challenger League team adds excitement to this cherished spring tradition.
Hanover Township Police Department and the American Red Cross will host a blood drive on May 16 at the Community Center. The event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and donors can receive a $20 e-gift card for their contributions.
Parsippany–Troy Hills Little League West kicked off its 73rd season with a lively opening night ceremony, attracting over 600 attendees. Mayor James Barberio threw the ceremonial first pitch, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and enjoyment in youth sports. The event celebrated community spirit and the enduring legacy of the Little League in Parsippany.
Participants raised $586,800 for pancreatic cancer awareness during PurpleStride New Jersey on April 26. The event surpassed its goal of $530,000, contributing to a national target of $17 million for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN). This gathering united communities in support of those affected by pancreatic cancer.
Local students and community members prepare for the Relay For Life event on May 10 at Parsippany Hills High School to raise funds for cancer research. The event promotes unity in the fight against cancer and encourages participants to honor survivors and caregivers. Hundreds are expected to attend, showcasing strong community support.
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy and NJMVC Acting Chief Administrator Latrecia Littles-Floyd launched “REAL ID Tuesdays” to increase appointments for federally compliant REAL ID licenses. The initiative adds approximately 5,200 new appointment slots every two weeks, responding to the federal REAL ID requirement enforcement starting May 7. New Jersey ranks last in REAL ID adoption, with only 17% of residents compliant.
Mayor Barberio, criticized for dismissing online feedback from residents as “keyboard warriors,” has agreed to debate Councilman Musella only over Zoom, avoiding face-to-face engagement. This decision raises concerns about his commitment to transparency and accountability. Critics argue Parsippany deserves a leader who genuinely engages with the community.
Nearly 300 devotees celebrated the Sita Rama Kalyanam in Parsippany on April 26, 2025, led by His Holiness Sri Krishna Desika Jeyar Swamiji. The event featured the Vedic Kanya Daanam ritual, symbolizing the union of Sita and Rama, and concluded with a prasadam dinner shared in unity.
Saint Peter’s Orphanage in Denville, a facility for adolescent boys in crisis for over 160 years, will close on May 1, 2025, after abrupt notification to staff. The decision, made without consultation with stakeholders, has raised concerns about the well-being of vulnerable residents. A petition has been launched to raise awareness and support for the situation.
A two-vehicle crash occurred at the Littleton Road and Route 10 West intersection in Parsippany on April 29, 2025. Police cited Jasmine W. Cheng for delaying traffic after her right turn on red resulted in a collision with a commercial truck driven by Michael Kosch. No injuries were reported, and both vehicles were towed from the scene.