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The Parsippany-Troy Hills Township Council will meet on August 19, 2025, to discuss several key redevelopment initiatives and capital purchases. Notable agenda items include amendments to vehicle and traffic regulations, agreements for emergency services, and the adoption of new redevelopment plans.
A Rockaway man, John W. Fessman, 40, faces multiple charges including Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) after a late-night stop in Parsippany. Police observed him making an improper turn, and subsequent tests indicated impairment; he refused breath samples at the police station. Fessman is scheduled to appear in court on September 4.
The Parsippany-Troy Hills School District’s Italian Department hosts Italian Night on October 15, offering cultural activities and culinary demonstrations at the Parsippany PAL Center. The free event aims to engage families, especially those with elementary-aged children, in Italian heritage. Community sponsors support the celebration, providing food and entertainment.
Parsippany Mayor James R. Barberio announces the annual Fall Festival will take place on September 21, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Smith Field Park. The event will include family-friendly activities, live entertainment, and local vendor participation.
Veterans from Morris County were honored at the Second Annual Veteran Appreciation Day with over 100 attendees at Watnong VFW Post 3401. County officials, including Commissioners Thomas Mastrangelo and Christine Myers, emphasized the importance of recognizing veterans beyond traditional holidays. The event featured the Morris County Veterans Compendium, which documents local veterans' stories and encourages submissions from veterans of recent conflicts.
A Parsippany man, Marion Polo, was arrested on August 14 after a road rage incident in a Target parking lot, where he allegedly displayed a handgun. Officers later stopped his vehicle, recovered a black Sig Sauer handgun, and found Polo intoxicated with an open bottle of vodka in the car. He faces multiple charges, including possession of a weapon and driving while intoxicated.
A late-night crash on Vail Road led to the arrest of Ubaldo Lopez-Lopez, 24, for driving while intoxicated after police detected impairment and found cannabis in his vehicle. Lopez-Lopez, with a blood alcohol concentration of 0.24%, faces multiple motor vehicle violations and is scheduled to appear in court on September 2, 2025.
Morris County Prosecutor’s Office received its fourth reaccreditation from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, demonstrating exceptional commitment to law enforcement standards. The reaccreditation, valid through June 2028, follows a comprehensive assessment of 112 professional standards. Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll also honored Pam O’Donnell for her work in raising awareness about impaired driving.
New Jersey faces increasing lawsuits related to abuse in youth residential facilities, exposing significant oversight failures. Families in Parsippany must scrutinize the safety of programs their children attend, as risks extend beyond geographical boundaries. Recent legal cases highlight systemic vulnerabilities that could affect local youth.
A federal law enforcement operation in Parsippany resulted in one suspect being shot and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) executed a search warrant, leading to road closures in the area, while officials confirmed no injuries to agents. The incident is under investigation, and residents were advised to shelter in place during the operation.