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Parsippany PAL and the Sons of Italy will host an “Italian Heritage Night” at the Somerset Patriots game on June 27, 2025. This event aims to celebrate Italian culture and heritage within the community. Attendees can expect a night filled with festivities and local engagement.
New Jersey high school students graduate without essential personal finance skills due to inadequate instruction. The Budget Bridge Foundation advocates for restoring Personal Finance courses as the sole option to fulfill state financial literacy requirements, opposing the recent allowance of AP Economics as an alternative. A survey reveals that students find AP Economics insufficient for teaching personal finance concepts.
The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA and Allegro: The Music Shop Academy will host a free Outdoor Summer Concert on August 7 at 6:30 p.m. in Mountain Lakes. Featuring global-inspired performances, the event aims to unite the community through music and culture. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and snacks for a picnic-style experience.
Parsippany’s Democratic ticket launched its 2025 campaign with over 100 attendees at a lively kickoff event. Mayoral candidate Pulkit Desai emphasized a platform focused on transparency and fiscal responsibility, while Council candidates Matt Kavanagh and Diya Patel highlighted community engagement and planning.
New Jersey's gambling market achieved a record $614.7 million in total revenue for May 2025, marking a 20.5% year-on-year increase. While iGaming revenue surged to an all-time high of $246.8 million, traditional casinos also rebounded with $265.3 million, reflecting a growing preference for in-person gaming experiences.
District 15Fifteen in Parsippany has welcomed its first residents as retail leasing in the area experiences significant growth. The new luxury apartment building, The Smyth, offers modern design and upscale amenities, enhancing local living options. This development marks a pivotal moment in the region's real estate landscape.
Overnight milling and paving work on Route 46 in Parsippany is scheduled to begin nightly from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. starting June 25, 2025. The project aims to improve road conditions and enhance safety for drivers.
Developers Saxum Real Estate and Penwood Real Estate Investment Management plan to construct a 128,000-square-foot warehouse in Parsippany, following the acquisition of a 10-acre site. The project includes a 30-year Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement with the township and is expected to be completed by late 2026, enhancing local economic prospects.
District 15Fifteen will welcome new retail and restaurant tenants in 2025 and early 2026, featuring over 15,000 square feet of additional leases. Confirmed tenants include Kura Revolving Sushi Bar, Burtons Grill & Bar, and Moxie Salon and Beauty Bar, contributing to a vibrant culinary and lifestyle hub in Parsippany.
Parsippany High School celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2025 with a heartfelt ceremony featuring performances by the school choir and bands. Principal Melissa Carucci and Board of Education members presented diplomas to the graduates, marking a significant milestone in their educational journey.