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Eleni Pellazgu, nursing director at County College of Morris, received the 2025 Health Care Heroes Honoree award from NJBIZ in the Education Hero category. She was recognized for her significant contributions to health education and the training of future health professionals in New Jersey.
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA will honor community leaders during its Annual Dinner Meeting on June 25. Award recipients include Jadyn Rowland and Sophia Ecarma for artistry, along with several high school seniors for their community service. The event underscores the YMCA's commitment to community well-being.
Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon promoted four officers during a ceremony on June 11, including Tim Stewart to Captain. Stewart, who has a distinguished 24-year career, has excelled in various roles and received multiple awards, including the Expert Shooter Award. The promotions reflect the department's commitment to recognizing and advancing dedicated personnel.
Rep. Mikie Sherrill honored 24 students from New Jersey's 11th Congressional District for their appointments to U.S. service academies and preparatory programs during a ceremony on May 26. Among them, 22 students will attend various service academies, while two will join preparatory schools. Sherrill also nominated Enois Maceira Crespo for the Merchant Marine Academy.
Mishti Borkar, a high school student from Lake Hiawatha, received a scholarship from the U.S. Department of State’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth to study Korean in South Korea this summer. She is among 440 students selected from thousands of applicants nationwide, and will immerse herself in Korean culture while representing American values abroad.
Parsippany Hills High School honored its Class of 2025 Scholarship and Awards recipients, celebrating students for their academic and community achievements. Notable awards included the Andrew J. Quinn Memorial Scholarship and the John Philip Sousa Award, reflecting the students' dedication and support from local organizations.
Pulkit Desai, Matt Kavanagh, and Diya Patel emerged as the Democratic candidates for Parsippany's mayor and council, pledging to address rising taxes and lack of transparency. They propose an independent audit of town finances, improved public works communication, and support for local schools. Their campaign emphasizes community engagement and accountability.
Parsippany's recent lawsuit resulted in a decision reducing the obligation for affordable housing from 553 to 496 units. Critics argue that the township's overdevelopment and reliance on corporate developers have jeopardized its environmental integrity. The letter emphasizes the need for a more sustainable approach to housing and redevelopment.
Kenneth “Kenny” Johnson, a 2021 graduate of Parsippany High School, graduated from the United States Naval Academy with a Bachelor of Science in Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences. Johnson's commitment to military service began at age fourteen, and he has since inspired local youth through sports and leadership. His achievements highlight pride in the Parsippany community as he encourages others to consider military academies.
Clayton “CJ” Bernauer, a Parsippany High School graduate, graduated magna cum laude from the United States Military Academy at West Point. He was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant and will join the 101st Airborne Division after completing officer training. Bernauer's achievements include a successful collegiate swimming career and a senior capstone project involving a steel bridge construction.