Area News
	Catch them if you can 04/15/2008 A fisherman lands a nice brown trout from the Rockaway River on Opening Day of trout season, on Saturday, April 5.
	Shoppers sample 'A Taste of Peru' in downtown Denville 04/15/2008 Bridges, The Peru Craft Store, located at 55 Broadway in Denville, offered �A Taste of Peru� on Saturday, April 5. Crafts from Peru and Guatemala were on display and entertainment was provided by Wood �n� Drum.
	Kids get creative with cuisine of healthy snacks 04/08/2008 After weeks of learning about nutrition and healthier eating, the fourth graders at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School in Boonton had the chance to put their lessons into action by creating actual recipes.
	Gala marks symphony’s 50 years of music, achievement 04/08/2008 The Lakeland Youth Symphony, located in Mountain Lakes, recently celebrated its 50th anniversary with a gala concert and reception at Mountain Lakes High School.
	Soiree celebrates the French culture and students’ skills 04/08/2008 “Un soir de scenes et spectacles de mode presente par les etudiants francais de Madame Pollack. An evening of skits and fashion shows presented by Madame Pollack’s students of French.”
	An ‘enchanting’ end to any evening 04/07/2008 The Studio Players of Upper Montclair’s production of “Enchanted April” is a funny, sweet little slice of theatre that would be the perfect dessert to anyone’s date night.
	Issues divide the candidates 04/07/2008 On the heels of the fifth anniversary of the Iraq War Tom Wyka, a Democratic Congressional hopeful, has made a strategy for exiting the conflict in the Middle East a campaign issue here in New Jersey.
	Donate old sneakers 04/07/2008 The Morris Hills Boys and Girls Track & Field Teams will be holding a used sneaker drive to collect running shoes to send to children in developing countries who do not have sneakers of their own to wear.
	Art sale helps out local artists and homeless pets 04/01/2008 Electric Lotus Tattoo and Piercing on Main Street in Boonton hosted an art show/fundraiser on Feb. 23, with half the proceeds from sales going to the artist and the other half to Eleventh Hour Rescue.
	Students walk in the footsteps of Jesus 04/01/2008 The Christian Drama School of New Jersey re-enacted Jesus’ walk to Golgotha on Good Friday.
	DeBiasse family shows they’re green with pride on St. Patrick’s 04/01/2008 Members of a 4-H dog training group in Morris County, "Dog's R Us,” marched in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Morristown on March 15. Lead by Kathy Murarik, the group is especially proud of their dog Josephine, the green poodle who marches with the 4-H e
	Purchase fine art pieces: No traveling required 04/01/2008 The Wilson School will hold its 29th Annual Art Exhibition and Sale on April 25, 26 and 27 at 271 Blvd., Mountain Lakes. The aim of the show is to create a Soho-like gallery atmosphere that will pique the interest of the community in fine arts, allow visi
	Families come together for a day of healthy fun at the YMCA 03/25/2008 Photos from the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA's Healthy Kids Day on March 15.
	Marchers were in step with the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day 03/25/2008 Photos from the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Morristown on March 15.
	Boyle tests the waters of horror-writing genre 03/25/2008 It was Halloween night back in the early 1980s and what happened in a house in the quiet Mt. Tabor section of Parsippany would forever change the life of one young resident, David Boyle.
	Student News for March 26 03/24/2008
	Girls travel around world while close to home 03/18/2008 With passports in hand, the Girl Scout troops of the Rockaways took a whirlwind trip around the world. No place was out of reach, Greece, Sweden, the Bahamas, Brazil, Australia, and even Antarctica.
	Student News for March 19 03/17/2008
	‘Letting Go’… of sentimentality and focusing on the good 03/17/2008 Based on a true story, “Letting Go” is a play with two parts. A mother, Teri, has just died leaving her husband, son and siblings to cope with the loss.
	Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig! Beginners’ guide to Irish 03/11/2008 Every St. Patrick’s Day, practically the whole world goes a little crazy, and gets to be Irish just for one day. The holiday is celebrated all across America and in countries as diverse as Japan and Argentina.
	Professional stars take on the local All Stars at high school 03/11/2008 Photos from "An Evening to Remember," sponsored by the Rockaway Township Substance Abuse Alliance Committee.
	Driving ‘drunk’ in Denville 03/11/2008 Photos from stuedents at Morris County School of Technology wearing Fatal Vision Goggles
	The Wilson School went on a ‘Vacation to Mars’ in February 03/11/2008 The third-grade and fourth-grade classes at the Wilson School in Mountain Lakes worked for a month preparing a multi-media, class play called "Vacation to Mars," performed on Feb. 27 to parents, friends, faculty and staff and the whole school on Feb. 29.
	Student News March 12 03/11/2008
	Super Tuesday saw voters switching sides: Morris County Dems get 03/03/2008 It has been a month since the Super Tuesday primary election, when a record number of New Jersey voters went to the polls and had their say in a political race that has stirred up excitement like no other in recent history.
	First Hall of Fame honorees selected 03/03/2008 The Morris Hills Regional District has selected the first group of distinguished members for its Hall of Fame. The Morris Hills Regional District has been serving the community since 1953.
	Widower and son live without Mom in ‘Letting Go’ 03/03/2008 The Women’s Theater Company, performing in the Community Playhouse at The Parsippany Community Center, will present a new play, "Letting Go," by Mary Lee Martin, starting on March 7 and running Friday and Saturday evenings at 8, and Sundays at 3 p.m. un
	Making every ‘spay,’ and neuter, count, Montville vets help 03/03/2008 PASS (the Parsippany Animal Supporters Society) participated with the Humane Society of the United States to promote awareness and celebrate the 14th Annual "Spay Day USA" 2008 on Feb. 26 and The HSUS program "Every Spay/Neuter Counts."
	Student News - March 5 03/03/2008
	Two girls learn the true value of ‘gold’ 02/25/2008 When you hear the words "Girl Scout," what do you think of? Perhaps images of little girls doing arts and crafts come to mind, girls singing campfire songs and without a doubt, those delectable cookies. But, do you think of high school seniors?
	Student News Feb. 27 02/25/2008
	Pave, not save: Environmentalist says council is selling out 02/18/2008 The environmental community has uncovered what it calls a “time bomb� in a recently released amendment to the Highlands Council’s draft Regional Master Plan (RMP), which changes the definition of impervious cover. “Read it and weep,� said Ross K
	Big batch of brownies on its way to brigade 02/18/2008 After sending more than 10,000 cookies to the 160th Signal Brigade stationed in Kuwait, Afghanistan, Iraq, and Qatar after Thanksgiving, the congregation of the Church of the Saviour (COTS) in Denville could have been content with its effort to Treat the
	Playhouse to present fairy tale play by June Walker Rogers 02/18/2008 Brundage Park Playhouse, Carrell Road, Randolph, presents the For Kids By Kids production of ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs of the Black Forest’ by June Walker Rogers. Performances are Feb. 22 and 23 at 8 p.m. and Feb. 23 and 24 at 2 p.m.
	A heart-y bear 02/18/2008 On Valentine’s Day, this bruin wouldn’t bear to be without his love.
	Langan can laugh at ‘a world of empty promises’ 02/18/2008 Rage. Everyone’s got it. And there exist but a blessed few who are born with a killer sense of timing and dubbed as "funny." Still fewer are those talented enough to make a living off their rage, to convert it with mass appeal into what’s likeable.
	Super Tuesday voters 02/12/2008 Photos from Super Tuesday voting
	Winter cast an icy spell before the groundhog looked out 02/12/2008 The storm that hit this area on Friday, Feb. 1, created some pretty scenes as well as scary moments as the rain turned to ice.
	None for – all against the Highlands Council 02/11/2008 "I never thought that I would agree with Jeff Tittel," said an amazed Stephen Shaw of Mountain Lakes. However, many such strange bedfellows as Shaw, the past president of the New Jersey Builders Association and Tittel, the sirector of the NJ chapter of th
	Student News Feb. 13 02/11/2008
	Superintendent backs findings 02/04/2008 Kara McCloskey lives in Denville. One of her best friends, Cynthia Onorevole, lives in Rockaway Township. The two juniors at Morris Knolls became friends in ninth grade when they met for the first time as freshmen at the regional high school.
	A call for help in the Highlands 02/04/2008 Many of the people who had worked for years to get the 2004 Highlands Act signed into law by Governor James McGreevey are now at the doorstep of another New Jersey governor asking him to fix the plan that they say has gone very wrong.
	‘Almost, Maine’ will completely cure those winter blues, alm 02/04/2008 "Almost, Maine" is a play that presents a sundry view of love throughout all stages of life. Instead of showing a one-sided view of this often clichéd emotion, the playwright, John Cariani, has presented the audience with a multi-faceted, thoroughly post
	Volunteers earn ‘Golden Paw’ on the back for efforts 02/04/2008 Jelly, a larger-than-life-sized dog (aka Paula Jensen), greeted Parsippany Animal Supporters Society (PASS) members, guests and honorees as they entered the Boonton Elks Club on Sunday, Jan. 27.
	Focus on behavioral health 01/28/2008 Pictures from the Behavior Health Fair at Morris Knolls
	Consultant recommends no change in attendance areas 01/28/2008 The verdict is in - don’t redistrict the Morris Hills Regional High School. Dr. Harry Stein, a consultant hired by the regional school district in June, was given the assignment "to determine if all Rockaway Township students can attend Morris Hills Hig
	Atlantic Behavioral Health to sponsor ‘Vagina Monologues’ 01/28/2008 Dianne Hartshorn of Parsippany was chosen to perform in the "Vagina Monologues." Atlantic Behavioral Health will sponsor two performances of Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues" to benefit the Morris County Sexual Assault Center. The play will be performe
	Sisterhood is having "A Night At The Boutiques" 01/29/2008 Temple Beth Am of Parsippany is pleased to announce that the temple Sisterhood is holding "A Night At The Boutiques" on Feb. 4 from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m at the temple.
	Local stars shine bright in quest at Morris Knolls High School 01/21/2008 On Friday, Jan. 11, and Monday, Jan. 14, auditions were held at the Morris Knolls High School Auditorium for "StarQuest!," an adult and youth talent competition that will take place on May 2, 3 and 8. This four-municipality talent competition and fundrais
	Aiming to change lives and to make a difference 01/21/2008 The statistics are staggering. After 42 years of label warnings on cigarette packages and conclusive findings about the harmful effects of tobacco use, recent studies show that nearly one in five middle school students and two in five high school students
	Governor Corzine brings his road show to Morris 01/21/2008 There was an overflow crowd last week in Morris County to hear Governor Jon S. Corzine explain to taxpayers how he plans to reduce the state’s debt by charging higher tolls, a proposal that has been met with mixed results.
	Program pays out dividends 01/21/2008 A Morris County Improvement Authority program that allows towns and school districts to borrow money at low-interest rates to finance needed equipment continues to pay dividends for taxpayers in Morris County.
	Gossage to speak at UJC’s Sports Nite Out 01/21/2008 Rich "Goose" Gossage, a former Yankees relief pitcher and a Class of 2008 inductee to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, will "take the mound" at Sports Nite Out on Wednesday, March 26, 6 p.m., at the Hilton Parsippany. The event chairs will be presented
	A musical with something for everyone at Smiling Rhino 01/14/2008 On the fair avenue of Wanaque, a Smiling Rhino and a few Enchanted Players are spinning a yarn. Well, spinning straw into gold to be precise. This past weekend marked the opening of "Rumpelstiltskin," an original musical presented by Smiling Rhino Theatre
	Environmental groups receive Dodge Foundation grants 01/07/2008 Two environmental groups based in Boonton were recipients of the recently announced Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation’s award program for 2007. "Support for big-picture thinking and cutting-edge environmental solutions remain Foundation hallmarks, and we co
	Students bring ‘Suite’ to seniors 12/21/2007 Residents of Franciscan Oaks gathered in their auditorium on Monday, Dec. 17 for a real treat. The Wilson School was going to perform an abbreviated version of Tchaikovsky’s "Nutcracker Suite." This quiet, life-care community was filled with more than 7

Boonton
	Open house at the library 04/29/2008 Come to the Boonton Holmes Public Library’s open house on Sunday, May 4, 1-4 p.m. to see all that is available. The inside has been spruced up–new stacks, new window treatments, new seating, as well as their collection. DVDs can be checked out
	Stop, Drop and Roll 04/22/2008 Boonton Firefighters Brian Sedlak, left, and Carl Wendt, right, in the top photo, explain fire safety exercises, like Stop, Drop and Roll, with students from Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Boonton on Thursday, April 10.
	School hosts successful night of ‘High Rollin’ at the River’ 04/15/2008 Staff at Our Lady of Mount Carmel School (OLMC) in Boonton was pleased with the attendance at Casino Night “High Rollin’ at the River” on April 5. From the professional gaming tables to the “Mystery Dice Boxes,” the exciting night of games was enjoyed by
	‘Pirates’ production comes ashore at Rockaway Valley School 04/08/2008 The Rockaway Valley School in Boonton staged “Pirates of Penzance, Jr.” the last weekend in March.
	Residents won’t see rise in taxes 04/08/2008 When voters go to the polls on April 15, along with the school budget, there will be several proposals to consider. The good news is that regardless of the outcome, Boonton residents will not see an increase in taxes.
	Borgman brings laughter to lecture 04/01/2008 In a style that’s heavy on Erma Bombeck, with just a touch of Roseanne Barr, author Lori Borgman inspires laughter mixed with a lot of those "ain’t that the truth" kind of moments.
	Stepping to the beat 03/25/2008 Rainey Clark, left, and Gracie Ciulla, students from the Wick School of Irish Dance of Boonton, perform during the Morris County St. Patrick’s Day parade in Moristown on Saturday, March 15.
	Tops in loss: Boonton has most lost aid in county 03/25/2008 Financial matters, bad and good, were discussed during the Boonton Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting of March 17. The town is losing substantial money due to state cuts, but grants may ease some burdens.
	Kid in a cap reads ‘Cat in the Hat’: Dr. Seuss celebration a 03/18/2008 Anna Kalavrezos never forgot the day when a high school student came into her classroom in grammar school to read a story that she had written.
	Roadhouse Deli opens 03/18/2008 Roadhouse Deli in Boonton conducted its grand opening on Saturday, Nov. 9. Staff offered samples of the deli’s homemade meals.
	New leaders take the reins for 2008 at Boonton Main Street 03/18/2008 Boonton Main Street, Inc., soon complete five years of non-profit volunteer effort toward strengthening and improving the central business community of the Town of Boonton, has announced its leadership for 2008.
	School dishes out tasty fundraiser 03/11/2008 People eyed the sushi suspiciously, unsure if they wanted to try it. Encouraging them to do so was Lisa Rossetto, who presented platters of California rolls and salmon rolls, courtesy of Boonton’s Sushi House.
	Boonton High School presents 'Beauty and the Beast' 03/11/2008 The Boonton High Drama Club will present the musical "Beauty and the Beast" on Friday, March 14, and Saturday, March 15, at 7 p.m.
	New kid in school will be the superintendent 03/03/2008 The wheels on the bus - the school bus in this case - go round and round. And so the cycle continues around again as the Boonton Board of Education announces the hiring of Christine A. Johnson as the new K-12 school district superintendent
	Meaghan Reeves heads up Antlers 03/03/2008 High school senior Meaghan Reeves wanted a community service project. She ended up bringing an entire club to Boonton, filled with opportunities for local involvement not only for herself, but also for all the students at Boonton High School.
	School workers back in the black 02/26/2008 The checks are in the mail, said Interim School Superintendent Juanita Petty at a recent Board of Education meeting. The checks, for retroactive salary increases under the terms of the new contract, went out to 170 district employees, including teachers,
	Pinewood Derby racers in Boonton 02/26/2008 Boonton Cub Scout Pack 201 recently conducted its annual Pinewood Derby.
	Our Lady of Mount Carmel to host tasty event 02/26/2008 Restaurants from many local towns have signed up for the Tour of the Towns Food Tasting, a fundraiser benefiting Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School in Boonton, set for the Mountain Lakes Club, 18 Lake Drive, on Monday, March 3, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
	Leaf removal set to resume 02/26/2008 The unusual mix of leaves falling late in the season and an early snowfall created the inability for Boonton’s Public Works Department to complete its leaf pickup this past autumn. That job will finally be finished this spring.
	Frosty fun 02/18/2008 Native Floridians Kimberly Mantuano and her daughter, Kameron, 10, have a chance to fashion a frosty friend before heading back home to Debary, FL.
	Mayor welcomes new restaurant to Main Street 02/12/2008 LAHORI GRAND OPENING Boonton Mayor welcomes new restaurant to Main Street Lahori Kebab/Upper Crust, located at 622-624 Main St. in Boonton, recently celebrated its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The new restaurant offers Pakistani barbecue
	Water rates rise 02/12/2008 An increase in the charges for water was approved by the Boonton Mayor and Board of Aldermen during the Feb. 4 meeting. Boonton Administrator Terry McCue told Neighbor News that the rate incre
	Neighbors show they care by bowling for Stitt Fund 02/12/2008 Face painter Sharron Ash looks at her work on Matthew Balazci, 6. This was one of several activities in addition to bowling that were offered at the Super Bowl-athon.
	Pinewood derby for adults helps Scouts 02/12/2008 It’s not just for kids. The ubiquitous Cub Scout event, the Pinewood Derby, has many grown-up fans, as evidenced on Feb. 1 at the Boonton Elks Club, with the first Boonton Adult Pinewood Derby.
	Mentoring benefits Bigs and Littles 02/04/2008 In anticipation of seeing his "Big Sister," one little boy could not stop jumping up and down with excitement. The same eagerness was obvious in many of the other children attending the after-school program at St. John’s Episcopal Church in Boonton.
	Historical Society has new head 02/04/2008
	Water heater causes apartment fire on Main Street 02/04/2008 A fire at 813 Main St. caused a two-hour closing of the thoroughfare to traffic from Boonton Avenue to Liberty Street on Jan. 29.
	PASS volunteers earn a ‘Golden Paw’ on the back 02/05/2008 Jelly, a larger-than-life-sized dog (aka Paula Jensen), greeted Parsippany Animal Supporters Society (PASS) members, guests and honorees as they entered the Boonton Elks Club on Sunday, Jan. 27.
	Casino Night to benefit Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School 01/28/2008 Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School in Boonton (OLMC) will sponsor Casino Night at the Rockaway River Country Club in Denville on Saturday, April 5, from 7 to11 p.m.
	Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School to host Tour of Towns tasting 01/28/2008 Restaurants from many local towns have signed up for the Tour of the Towns Food Tasting, a fundraiser benefiting Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School in Boonton, set to take place at the Mountain Lakes Club on March 3 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
	Jim Kiick keeps rooting for Giants 01/28/2008 Jim Kiick, a member of the 1972 Miami Dolphins, the last NFL team to finish with a perfect season, will be rooting for the New York Giants to win Super Bowl XLII.
	Regatta winners 01/28/2008 The winners of the November 2007 Boonton Cub Scout Pack 201 Raingutter Regatta, shown with Pack Leader Andy Cicala, are: Luke Cicala, Stefan Guerlain and Jack Morganland.
	Diverse personalities, styles blend for Corner Poets 01/22/2008 The Middle East, a trip to Ireland, and a meditation on middle age – these diverse subject matters share a common voice through the poetry of Boonton resident Joanne Herb. The three very different poems appear in the book, "If Only You Knew," a collabor
	New Jersey Firemen’s Home hosts Cub Scouts 01/08/2008 Cub Scout Pack 66 of Montville sang carols for residents of the NJ Firemen’s Home in Boonton this past December.
	A Merry Heart Christmas for young and old 01/08/2008
	Environmental groups receive grants 12/28/2007 Two environmental groups based in Boonton were recipients of the recently announced Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation’s award program for 2007. "Support for big-picture thinking and cutting-edge environmental solutions remain Foundation hallmarks, and we co
	Tentative agreement reached on Boonton teacher contract 12/21/2007 The Boonton district teacher’s union and the Board of Education have reportedly reached a tentative contract agreement, according to school officials. Since the compensation package is still under review by the New Jersey Education Association and th
	Charlton honored as Citizen of the Year 12/21/2007 On Dec. 17, the Boonton Mayor and Board of Aldermen held its final meeting for 2007 and as is tradition, the Citizen of the Year was awarded. This year it went to Arthur Lloyd Charlton. Mayor Cyril Wekilsky read the proclamation, "Arthur Lloyd Charlto

Denville
	Sunrise Rotary to raise funds for community service 04/22/2008 Sunrise Rotary of Denville, District 7470 President Elect Jim LaSala and Treasurer Nancy Hess were seen selling tricky tray tickets and displaying auction merchandise for the club at the Denville A&P recently.
	Lakeview students take their lessons on the road 04/22/2008 Boxes of tea are thrown overboard while Lakeview students play the Boston Tea Party Game.
	Riverview hosts circus 04/22/2008 The circus came to Riverview School in Denville on Friday, April 11, when the students presented a Circus Around the World.
	Denville Rotary Club welcomes its new members 04/22/2008 Denville Rotary recently inducted Donna Compton.
	Denville Rotary assists families in need 04/22/2008 Denville Rotary President Tony Toriello and Rotary member Judy McBride present Sally Dankos, chairman of the Denville Board of Social Services, with a $500 check on March 13.
	Join the club 04/22/2008 Shown during the GFWC Woman’s Club of Denville’s Membership Tea at the Denville Library are Sandie Hall, left, president-elect, and club member Paula Buonauro.
	Joseph Monka becomes Troop 17’s 83 rd Eagle Scout 04/22/2008 Jan. 12 marked the Court of Honor for Joseph Robert Monka at the Denville Community Church in Denville. Fellow Scouts, friends, family and public officials gathered to honor him for his accomplishment as Troop 17’s 83 rd Eagle Scout.
	Rotary is recognized 04/15/2008 Sunrise Rotary of Denville received recognition and consideration from Rotary International for its contributions to the community in vocational training and club history display.
	Easter Bunny and Sunrise Rotary share goodies 04/08/2008 Sunrise Rotary of Denville delivered Easter Rabbit wishes to Peer Place Community House children who shared chocolate egg hunts and pizza.
	Sunrise Rotary joins the war on cancer 04/08/2008 The war to find a cure for cancer continued during the breakfast meeting of Sunrise Rotary Club of Denville, District 7470, at St. Francis Residential Community.
	Rise and shine with the Rotary 04/08/2008 Sunrise Rotary of Denville, District 7470 welcomed Montville Postmaster Elizabeth E. Mariani DeVincenzo who spoke to the club about recent initiatives, including Operation Cookie, an air drop of Girl Scout cookies delivered to U.S. troops in Iraq.
	Preparing to do more with less 04/08/2008 After two months of crunching numbers and a fervent attempt to hold municipal tax increases to a bare mini-mum, Denville’s 2008 municipal budget was introduced last week; the first town budget presented by Ted Hussa as mayor.
	Lakeview Elementary hosts DyAnne DiSalvo on Author’s Day 04/08/2008 DyAnne DiSalvo, children’s book author and illustrator, visited students of Lakeview Elementary School in Denville on Tuesday, April 1.
	Sold it, sold it! 04/08/2008 The Rock Ridge Community Club of Denville’s annual benefit auction on Saturday, March 29. Approximately 160 pieces of art, memorabilia, and glass were presented by Marlin Art of New York.
	Reduce taxes by recycling 04/01/2008 Protecting the environment has always made sense. Now Denville’s mayor wants his town to go completely green in an effort to reduce the tax burden. This is a plan, which could, on closer inspection, make waste management a cash cow.
	Second graders learn from college students about global currency 04/01/2008 SIFE (Students in Free Enterprise) is a non-profit educational organization. This program provides college students with the leadership experience of establishing a variety of community outreach programs that teach children how market economics and busine
	Denville Chamber of Commerce welcomes many new members 04/01/2008 New members were welcomed at the March breakfast meeting of the Denville Chamber of Commerce. Cheri Saft, membership chairperson, from Brushes and Bisque announced that more than 30 new members joined in 2007.
	Students create symbolic quilt for sled dogs 03/25/2008 Students from Mrs. Reeves’ fourth-grade class at Dwyer Elementary School recently made a quilt comprising New Jersey symbols to send to a checkpoint on the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in Alaska.
	Focus the Nation 03/25/2008 On Jan. 31, students at Valleyview Middle School in Denville joined a nationwide teach-in called Focus the Nation, aimed at raising awareness and activity among young people throughout the United States regarding the problem of global warming.
	Valleyview School Club on a mission to build sandwiches 03/25/2008 Members of Valleyview School Builders Club in Denville had a goal — to help feed the hungry.
	The school board can’t have it all 03/25/2008 The New Jersey Department of Education notified Denville’s Board of Education recently that the additional waivers the board had hoped for had been denied to the tune of $240,000.
	Chamber of Commerce to honor business, volunteer 03/25/2008 The Denville Area Chamber of Commerce will host its annual Awards Dinner Dance, "Lu’au," a casual Hawaiian theme, on Saturday, April 12, 6:30 p.m., at The Zeris Inn, 372 Route 46 East in Mountain Lakes.
	Drivers, passengers must wear the belt or pay the price 03/25/2008 The Denville Police Department is again partnering with the New Jersey Division of Highway Safety to get motorists to buckle up.
	Rotary hosts Desir 03/18/2008 Public Affairs Specialist Richard Desir spoke to at the Sunrise Denville Rotary 7470 District’s breakfast meeting at St. Francis. His message concerned Social Security and the information members need in order to receive retirement SSI and SSD benefits
	Sunrise Denville Rotary inducts Richter 03/18/2008 Sunrise Denville Rotary District 7470 inducted a new member, Susan Richter, center, a registered nurse, during a recent breakfast meeting. Karen Castora, right, membership chairperson, performed the ceremony.
	Voters say yes to recall McCloskey 03/18/2008 James McCloskey has a single regret - that the programs he has championed for some time will come to a screeching halt, now that he is no longer a councilman.
	USA carpet covers the country 03/18/2008 Third-grade teacher Melissa Prunty and her class of students at Saint Mary’s Prep in Denville are shown accepting a carpet of the United States of America from the Morristown Life Member Club of the Pioneers of America from Judy Tibenszky, past presiden
	Two more Boy Scouts join the rank of Eagles 03/18/2008 Paul James Fourounjian and Nicholas James Grawehr have earned the rank of Eagle Scout.
	Caprio in Naval community relations effort in Guam 03/18/2008 Navy Ensign Joseph L. Caprio, son of Christine and Frank Caprio of Denville, and his fellow shipmates recently participated in two community relations projects during a port visit while assigned to the “USS Higgins.�
	PRIDE Council volunteers shine in the spotlight 03/11/2008 More than 200 people, including several county and local dignitaries, attended the Denville PRIDE Council’s annual Award Dinner on Feb. 29, at the Zeris Inn in Mountain Lakes to honor the Council’s 2008 Volunteers of the Year and pay tribute to Al Zim
	Huge effort produces a snowman of giant proportion 03/11/2008 Jeremy Flessner, Kevin Tomkins and Matthew Thomas stand proudly by the giant snowmen they built at Lake Arrowhead in Denville.
	Quiet at Council session 03/11/2008 You can file last week’s town meeting in the routine column, that is, if you’re keeping score. No ordinances were introduced or adopted. No ceremonial matters were conducted.
	New Outlook Pioneers forced out 03/11/2008 A group of 20 volunteers who spend their spare time rebuilding old computers for preschools and charities may soon find themselves as useless as the out-of-service PC’s they work on. They will be forced to close shop later this month because they can’
	Fundraiser camaraderie 03/03/2008 NCJW is a volunteer organization that has been at the forefront of social change for over a century. Inspired by Jewish values, NCJW courageously takes a progressive stance on issues such as child welfare, women’s rights, and reproductive freedom.
	Filauro is commissioned 03/03/2008 In May 2007, Second Lieutenant Andrew Filauro of Denville graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point and received his commission as an officer in the United States Army.
	Hot wheels spin at Pack 99’s Pinewood Derby 03/03/2008 As part of a national scouting tradition, Denville Cub Scout Pack 99 staged its annual Pinewood Derby on Jan. 26 at the Union Hill Church. Nearly 100 Cubs and Webelos raced their handmade cars, side-by-side, heat by heat in a full day of exciting competit
	Zero gravity research has its ups and downs 02/26/2008 To hear Justin Nieusma tell it, “astrophysicists don’t go into space.� Supposedly, stargazers can best do their research from the ground, looking up.
	Mayor makes deal for fields 02/26/2008 A team of town officials, led by Mayor Ted Hussa, have identified seven privately owned parcels of land that can be added, with minimal effort, to the township’s network of playing fields at no cost to taxpayers.
	Y’s teen Leaders help troops 02/18/2008 The teen Leaders at the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA combined efforts with the Denville Women’s Club to collect over 25 boxes, all packed up by the teens, of items needed for U.S. troops as well as more than 1,000 Valentine’s Day cards.
	Women’s Club members give from the heart 02/18/2008 There’s something about “clubbing� women - they give and give and give with their time, with their energy and with their hearts. Recently, members of the Denville Women’s Club, serving the Denville and Rockaway area, gathered on a brutally cold,
	Food drive successful 02/18/2008 Denville Sunrise Rotary District 7470 presented Social Services Food Bank volunteer Harriot Kelem at a recent meeting to report on the successful results of the holiday food drive.
	Firefighters hammer for homes 02/18/2008 Earlier this month, members of the Denville Fire Department volunteered their time and talents doing construction work at 38 and 40 Hussa Pl., two single-family units in Denville, built by volunteers working for Morris Habitat for Humanity.
	Next school budget could come up short 02/18/2008 The good news is that Denville’s Board of Education approved a preliminary school budget that covers programs for the 2008/2009 school year by slightly increasing taxes. The bad news is that the Denville Board of Education passed a preliminary budget th
	Students heed call to send phone cards 02/12/2008 Members of the Copeland Middle School National Junior Honor Society recently raised $1,860 to purchase phone cards for U.S. soldiers in Iraq.
	Rivals will face ‘Recall Tuesday’ 02/11/2008 Residents who live in Denville’s Ward 2 area have less than one month to decide whether to keep their three-term councilman or to replace him for another who promises to do a better job. Councilman Jim McCloskey and rival candidate Jerry LaMonte are set
	Students serenade Denville seniors 02/04/2008 On Thursday, Jan. 17, the Denville Rotary Club conducted its annual senior citizen luncheon at the Senior Citizen Center in Denville.
	Second chances more likely to happen in politics 02/04/2008 It is seldom that someone has a second chance to truly change the past, at least that’s what appears to be happening with Denville’s Mayor Ted
	Cost for a new middle school is escalating 02/04/2008 An overflow crowd attended last week’s Denville Board of Education meeting to hear the latest round of design ideas from the school district’s architect on building a new middle school to meet the continued growth that is expected in student enrollmen
	Paul Cubelli among Oratory students inducted into honor society 01/28/2008 The Induction Ceremony and reception for the Newman Chapter of the National Honor Society of Oratory Preparatory School was held on Dec. 6, 2007, at in the Oratory gymnasium.
	New fire officers 01/28/2008
	Council will show PRIDE in volunteers 01/28/2008 Tom Dean, Al Green, and the Denville Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will be honored by the Denville PRIDE Council at its 41st annual Awards Dinner on Friday, Feb. 22, at the Zeris Inn in Mountain Lakes. The three will be the recipients of the 2008 Murie
	Local aid received for road paving and recycling effort 01/28/2008 At last week’s meeting of Denville’s Municipal Council, Mayor Ted Hussa informed the council that he had been notified that the township had been awarded a $130,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Transportation for street improvement. The tow
	McMillan is named Student of Month 01/21/2008 The Morris County School of Technology in Denville has selected Brian McMillan, a shared-time student from Morris Hills High School in Rockaway, as the January Student of the Month. He is a senior currently enrolled in the Automotive Service Technology pr
	No hocus-pocus for this investigator 01/21/2008 Ever hear an odd tapping noise in your home but when you went to check it out, the noise stopped? Or heard an inexplicable noise or voice in a home movie? Perhaps you’ve felt insolated pockets of extreme temperature change within your home, or maybe it
	Hussa keeps promise of savings 01/14/2008 Keeping with his theme of taxpayer savings, Ted Hussa lost no time as Denville’s new mayor outlining, to an overflow crowd, how he was going to save them money.
	Morris Catholic receives relic of saint 01/14/2008 One would think that a gift of human remains to a high school would be handled by the biology department. But some remains, as Morris Catholic High School in Denville has shown, have tremendous value in spiritual education rather than anatomy.
	Art at the Denville Free Public Library 01/14/2008 The walls this January display the photographs of Dana Bielawski. Ms. Bielawski has lived in Morris County all her life. Nature very special to her because it takes her away from all the material things, keeps her grounded and makes her grateful for the s
	The best of Denville’s holiday lights 01/08/2008 Photos of winning houses from the Denville Recreation Department's holiday home decorating contest.
	Deamer, Valleyview principal, retires 01/08/2008 George Deamer’s last day at Valleyview Middle School in Denville on Dec. 20 passed quietly but not without an abundance of emotion. Numerous current and former students stopped by to offer words of thanks and encouragement as well as present him with ca
	Five young men on whom to keep an ‘eagle’ eye 12/28/2007 At St. Mary’s Church in Denville on Nov. 24, five young men received their Eagle Scout awards. The five are all members of Troop 118, based in Denville, led by Scoutmaster Harry Fahrer. These boys join the ranks of a select few to achieve the highest ra
	Teachers, board agree on contract 12/28/2007 School Superintendent Dr. Drucilla Clark announced recently that the school board and the Denville Education Association have agreed on a new three-year contract. The agreement affects 179 teachers in the Denville school district.

Dover
	Civics lesson for little residents 04/22/2008 Students from Lori Quintana’s North Dover Pre-K class visited some of the public offices in the downtown Dover area to learn about their daily operations.
	Local students upload talents in Web Design 04/22/2008 Multimedia students from Dover High School, under the guidance of technology teacher Joyce James, won a pair of awards at the recent Web Design Competition conducted at the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark.
	Prom takes senior citizens back to the 1940s 04/15/2008 Couples enjoy a slow dance during the fourth annual Senior Citizen’s Prom on April 6, held at Dover High School.
	Alderman celebrates St. Patrick’s Day 04/15/2008 On Thursday, March 13, Alderman Mike Picciallo of Dover sponsored a St. Patrick’s Day celebration with more than 45 residents of Millpond Towers in Dover.
	Turned upside down 04/08/2008 An accident on Route 46 near the ShopRite in Dover on Saturday, March 22, resulted in this overturned SUV. Rockaway Twp. firefighters assisted at the scene.
	Replacement of the South Salem Street Bridge has started 04/08/2008 NJDOT closed South Salem Street on Friday night, March 28, from 10 p.m. until 6 the following evening, Saturday, March 29,as part of the $11 million South Salem Street Bridge replacement project.
	Attack doesn’t keep statue down 04/08/2008 Blame it on some March madness, and I don’t mean the collegiate basketball tournament held each spring.
	Residents are at odds over bilingual Web site policy 04/08/2008 “Please stop this crap,” said Dover resident Robin Foster. “Stop all this victimization talk. I’m an immigrant, too, and this is a great country.”
	Millpond Towers residents receive eggs-tra big gift 04/01/2008 A 15-pound chocolate Easter egg was presented to the residents of Millpond Towers by Alderman Mike Picciallo of Dover. The egg was donated by Donato Battista and Gino Pesci of the soon to open Attilio's Tavern in Dover. All the seniors had to do to crack
	A facelift for the town's safety 04/01/2008 With maturity, some wrinkles usually come but when roadways and bridges begin to show signs of age, the consequences are more than just skin deep.
	Colombian Independence Day gets a thumbs up 04/01/2008 Although Mayor James Dodd and at least a few of the town’s aldermen had some concerns, the governing body acquiesced to the recreation commission to decide the fate of a popular town event. The seven-member commission met recently and voted to approve the
	Lions and Easter Bunny team up for egg hunt 03/25/2008 The Dover Recreation Department and the Lions Club sponsored the Easter egg hunt on Saturday, March 15.
	They partied in the pajamas at Academy Street School 03/25/2008 On Thursday, March 6, a Pajama Party was held for students in kindergarten through second grade at the Academy Street School as a part of Read Across America.
	Bilingual issues still dividing the town 03/25/2008 Latino community wants information in Spanish
	Officials still cleaning up after snowstorm 03/18/2008 About 18 residents scheduled for hearings in Dover municipal court last week were given the option to plead guilty and pay a reduced fine. They all took the deal, although for some the concession price was still too high.
	Flea market fate is firmed 03/18/2008 After tabling a vote last month that would reset the footprint of the flea market, the Dover Board of Aldermen voted 8 to1 at a recent meeting to relocate the popular weekend attraction.
	See ‘man eating’ plant at the High School 03/18/2008 Dover High School will stage its annual spring musical, “Little Shop of Horrors,� starring a 900-lb. “man-eating� prop being shipped from Illinois, Audrey II.
	Sick day postpones pastor’s day in court 03/18/2008 Waiting patiently for his day in court, Reverend Daniel Martinez, the pastor of the First United Methodist Church on Blackwell Street, sat in the municipal courtroom in Dover last week.
	Museum brings bit of China to town 03/18/2008 Children’s art may promote cultural awareness and understanding
	Gearing up for revaluations 03/11/2008 Tax time this year has a double meaning in Dover. This spring, residents will not only have to report their income to the state and to Uncle Sam but residents will also have to open up their homes for a revaluation of their property.
	A Seussational visitor 03/11/2008 What’s that? A giant cat, wearing a hat? Yes, he came to chat with Academy Street School’s youngest students in honor of Dr. Suess’ birthday and Read Across America.
	Student body showcases its exceptional creative talents 03/03/2008 Dover High School held the sixth annual Dover Public Schools Art Exhibit on Wednesday, Feb. 27. The exhibit showcased the talents of the student body in all areas of the arts.
	Snow removal fines … slippery slope: Shovel the sidewalk or pa 03/03/2008 Gas prices are going up, and so are food prices, taxes and almost everything else – except – snow removal fines in Dover. At a recent Board of Alderman meeting, Mayor James Dodd introduced an ordinance that would reduce fines for first-time and second
	Future fines falling for maintenance 02/26/2008 Residents ticketed for snow removal violations may be facing more lenient fines in the near future. Mayor James Dodd and the Dover Board of Aldermen discussed a plan recently that would amend the vaguely written property maintenance law that is on the boo
	High school students achieve honor status 02/26/2008 On Feb. 5, Dover High School announced that the following students were placed on the High Honor Roll and Honor Roll.
	Rosica completes his basic training 02/18/2008 Dover Rosica completes his basic training Marine Corps Pvt. Daniel R. Rosica, son of Joann and Rocco A. Rosica of Dover, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, SC, designed to challenge new Marine
	Bid for the flea market changes 02/18/2008 Mayor James Dodd and the Board of Alderman tabled a motion to put out a request for competitive bids on the operation of the Dover flea market. According to the town administrator, Bibi Stewart Garvin the governing body wanted more time to review the spec
	Quest for the bes: ARDEC embraces new office culture 02/18/2008 The Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center has set a standard for government agencies through its recent achievement of being the first Department of Defense organization to receive the 2007 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award in the fi
	Dodd blames state for slowing growth 02/12/2008 Mixed messages from the state are holding back growth and development in Dover, according to Mayor James Dodd. In his annual state-of-the-town speech before members of the Dover Chamber of a Commerce, he said, “the left hand isn’t talking to the right
	Diner opens its doors 02/12/2008 The Dover Diner is located at 150 E. McFarlan St., next to the new Walgreens.
	Season shimmers on with ‘The Glass Menagerie’ 02/11/2008 Tennessee Williams' "The Glass Menagerie," first produced in 1945, will be presented at the Dover Little Theatre. The production, directed by Mark Phelan of Parsippany and featuring Laura Kennedy of Denville, Dale Monroe of Landing, Christopher Young of W
	Four seniors named Bloustein Distinguished Scholars 02/05/2008
	Talents of Ronny Nunez are featured at high school 02/05/2008 Ronny Nunez, an 18-year old senior who discovered a talent for painting less than a year ago, has been selected as the Dover High School Featured Artist, with his several of his works being displayed in the school’s media center.
	Sacred Heart students enter National Engineers Future City Compe 01/28/2008 A team of three students from Sacred Heart School in Dover represented the school in the National Engineers Future City Competition on Jan. 26. Katrina Elwertowski, seventh grader, and Bryan Carter and Joseph Hu, eighth graders, under the guidance of thei
	Special Olympians hoop it up at Basketball Skills Meet 01/28/2008 Special Olympics athletes from Morris, Sussex and Warren counties showed their talent and skill on the hardwood at the Area 3 Special Olympics Basketball Skills Meet on Jan. 6 at Mount Olive Middle School. The event was co-coordinated by David Gould of De
	Museum adds programs for Cub Scouts 01/28/2008 Community Children’s Museum is introducing new programs for the Cub Scouts for 2008. The museum’s innovative exhibits and projects will assist the Cub Scouts in accomplishing the many belt loops and pin requirements that they want to earn. Starting on
	Thanks to ‘priceless’ volunteers 01/28/2008 "Volunteers don’t get paid — not because they’re worthless, but because they’re priceless," said Alderwoman Cindy Romaine, using the quote by psychologist and author Sherry Anderson to open the second annual Dover Volunteer Appreciation reception.
	Church makes a stand against city hall 01/22/2008 Pastor Daniel Martinez plans to do the undoable — fight town hall. He claims that his church, Dover United Methodist, located in the heart of downtown on historic Blackwell Street, has received four tickets from municipal authorities over the past 11 mo
	Summonses create storm of protest 01/22/2008 It was bedlam last week at town hall in Dover as scores of residents came to Municipal Court in response to a summons they received for failure to clear their sidewalks of snow and ice after the Dec.15 storm.
	New year, new fire officers 01/07/2008 The new Dover Fire Department officers after being sworn in on Jan. 1 at town hall.
	Mayor Dodd sees a better day in Dover 01/07/2008 "An auspicious day," is what Dover Mayor James Dodd called the first day of 2008 because despite a downturn in the real estate market in New Jersey and across the country, Dover has fared well. "We’ve seen an incredible commercial expansion in this tow
	Town honors first responders 01/07/2008 After 60 years of service as a volunteer fireman, it is the loss of six children in a 1969 house fire that is still utmost in the mind of William Gardner. "I carried the last one out myself," he said with a faraway look in his eye. The 82-year-old G
	Santa visits little letter writers 12/21/2007 Children hugged him and invited him into their homes. When he walked down the street, drivers of passing cars smiled and honked their horns at him. Loved by all, there is no bigger celebrity than Santa Claus. On Dec. 19, five days before his big Christmas

Montville Township
	A colorful time 04/22/2008 The two’s classes at Pine Brook Jewish Center Nursery School in Montville recently ended a unit on colors by celebrating Rainbow Day.
	Frelinghuysen visits Jewish Center 04/22/2008 Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen, left, was the guest speaker at the March 30 breakfast hosted by the Men's Club of the Pine Brook Jewish Center in Montville.
	Sheydwasser is the new Religious School Director at PBJC 04/22/2008 With the changing of the guard this past September, the Pine Brook Jewish Center Religious School has seen many improvements.
	High School students learn life skills and beautify courtyard 04/22/2008 R&S Landscaping worked with Montville Township High School students in the life skills program in March to teach practical skills.
	Students improve typing skills with AlphaSmart computers 04/22/2008 Woodmont School in Pine Brook is one of five Montville elementary schools that recently received updates to a computer education tool called AlphaSmarts.
	Reliving liberation - A Passover holiday message explained 04/15/2008 The Holiday of Passover is just around the corner. As of every Jewish Holiday, Passover is a celebration of an event that occurred long ago, it is the anniversary of our Exodus from Egypt.
	Fun at the Purim Carnival 04/15/2008 Purim Carnival at Pine Brook Jewish Center was a great success with over 200 participants helping to raise funds for the Youth Group, which provides social activities for fourth through 12th graders.
	Students of the Month are annnounced 04/15/2008 Youngsters in grades six, seven and eight have been selected as the Robert R. Lazar Middle School Students of the Month for April.
	Blood drive a success 04/15/2008 Jayne Deamer of the GFWC Montville Township Women’s Club is shown with a donor at the blood drive held in January.
	Cedar Hill students are treated to special music lesson 04/15/2008 In conjunction with Cedar Hill Elementary School’s Character Education program, the Philharmonic Orchestra of the Americas performed at two assemblies on Friday, April 4.
	Valley View students growing up right 04/15/2008 Valley View School in Montville celebrated Read Across America Week with a special visit from the Cat in the Hat. Each year in February and March, the NJEA's Cat in the Hat stopis in at nearly 300 schools in New Jersey to celebrate Dr. Seuss' Birthday.
	The results are in from Pack 66’s annual Pinewood Derby 04/08/2008 Each year, the Cub Scouts learn about woodworking skills, physics, and good sportsmanship when they enter their own hand-crafted race car in Pack 66’s annual Pinewood Derby Race.
	Band bonds students and teachers 04/08/2008 The usual silence of the Montville High School library was broken with the sounds of guitars and drums.
	This closely knit group keeps the little ones warm 04/08/2008 The Peanuts comic character, Linus, goes everywhere with his trusty security blanket.
	14,088 cookies for soldiers 04/08/2008 Sixteen-year-old Claire Marinello, a Girl Scout from Montville, shipped a record 14,088 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies to Iraq on Thursday, March 20.
	Pack 179 celebrated Chinese New Year in Blue and Gold 04/01/2008 “Gung Hay Fat Choy!” … which means “Best wishes and congratulations…have a prosperous and good year!” was Pack 179’s opening cheer at their Blue and Gold Banquet.
	As the crow flies 04/01/2008 A flock of crows sails across the sky over Montville Township like a squadron of planes.
	Girls beautify their neighborhood 04/01/2008 Girl Scout Troop 927, comprising third graders from Hilldale School, participated in Montville’s Adopt-A-Hydrant program. They painted five fire hydrants in the neighborhood around their school.
	Easter Bunny hid eggs to add to the fun in Towaco 04/01/2008 Photos from Family Fun Day at the Montville United Methodist Church in Towaco on Saturday, March 22.
	Valley View donates computers to Kenya 04/01/2008 Valley View School, of Montville, is donating 33 AlphaSmarts, which will be used in northern Kenya. Students from Mrs. Grusczynski's 3rd grade class, along with their computer teacher, Ms. Steinfeld, are shown here packing units to be shipped to the manu
	Helping others to fill their shoes 04/01/2008 A deep bond has formed between the youth of Montville and the citizens of a county in the Sudan.
	Honors are given for beautification 04/01/2008 As Montville Township prepares its budget with an eye towards tightening the belt, thanks in part to possible lost financial aid from the state, there are pockets of good news.
	Students make beautiful music at Winter Choral Concert 03/25/2008 At Valley View School’s annual Winter Choral Concert, the fourth and fifth grade choirs performed. In addition, the event featured a dance routine, and several songs by students who participate in the Orff instrument program, pictured here.
	Having Purim fun 03/25/2008 Pine Brook Jewish Center Nursery School in Montville recently held its annual Preschool Purim Carnival. Parent volunteers ran booths with crafts and fun activities for all of the preschoolers.
	Crafting Cups 03/25/2008 The Pine Brook Jewish Center Nursery School recently held a parent craft class in preparation for Passover. Under the direction of teacher Sue Golloub, three moms created their own Elijah’s Cups to be used at their own seder tables.
	Atlantic Stewardship Bank makes tithe donation to school 03/25/2008 The Atlantic Stewardship Bank recently made a donation to the St. Pius X School in Montville as a result of its unique tithing program.
	High school club hosts a worldly event 03/25/2008 Montville Township High School World Language club hosted its International Night on March 6.
	Bike tour unites officers for cause 03/25/2008 Despite the cold, drab days of winter, Thomas Norton could still be found bicycling around the side roads of Montville Township.
	Science is fun 03/18/2008 Valley View School of Montville conducted its annual science fair. Here, Cole Augustine, a kindergartener, shows off his model of the solar system.
	Government grant will keep Foyes’ efforts going 03/18/2008 Sarah and Patrick Foye of Pine Brook secured a grant from the government to support their efforts to make a difference with a rare muscle disease.
	Budget expected to be ‘austere’ 03/18/2008 Girl Scouts and proclamation for centenarian the brighter side of meeting
	Going the distance for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 03/18/2008 Students at Valley View School in Montville recently completed their involvement in the St. Jude's Math-Athon. The Math-Athon raises money for medical research, hospital stays, and psychological counseling for families of children stricken with cancer.
	Elementary school has a heart for Montville Pet Parents 03/18/2008 February was designated as Kindness for Animals Month at Lincoln Park Elementary School. Throughout the month, the children dropped their coins into the collection bins and watch excitedly as the number of coins grew and grew.
	Michael P. Mann completes training 03/18/2008 Army Sgt. Michael P. Mann has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, SC.
	The new home for Fifth Base is a hit 03/18/2008 Sitting on a patio while eating a hot dog and watching a ball game on any of three fields is not just the stuff of a sports enthusiast’s dream, but soon the reality for fans of Montville baseball and softball.
	Chick hatching excitement at Pine Brook Jewish Center Nursery Sc 03/11/2008 A farmer from Quiver Farms recently visited the students and spoke to the kids about chickens, roosters and the growth and development of a chick in its egg.
	Pack 66 celebrates accomplishments and service at dinner 03/11/2008 On Feb. 23, Cub Scout Pack 66 held its annual Blue and Gold Dinner at the Senior House in Montville. This was the Pack’s "big" event of the year, at which each Webelo and Cub Scout was recognized for his accomplishments and earned their next badge of ra
	Book lovers set out to see author at public library 03/11/2008 Montville Township’s Women’s Club brought internationally acclaimed author Lisa See to the Montville Township Public Library on Tuesday, March 4
	Dave Peterson takes the Plunge 03/11/2008 A trip to the beach and a dip in the ocean, what better time to do this than on a 32-degree day in February? Crazy? Perhaps, but when it’s the Polar Bear Plunge and money is being collected for Special Olympics New Jersey, it is a perfect time for a day
	Committee celebrates Filios’ 100th 03/04/2008 The lights dimmed and Art Daughtry, Montville Township Committee member, carried out a birthday cake. Those assembled in the meeting room at the municipal building stood up and began to sing.
	Library joins in welcoming the Lunar New Year 02/26/2008 The Lunar New Year presentation at the Montville Township Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 2, included a performance by soprano Irene Lee with Hannah Hsu on piano, baritone Jeffrey Ying, alto Candice Ying and violinist Leo Lo.
	Charlie Filios celebrates his centennial birthday 02/26/2008 Charlie Filios of Montville looked forward with excitement to his 100th birthday party, which was celebrated on Feb. 23. He was born on Feb. 22, 1908, in Italy and brought by his parents through Ellis Island when he was 6 years old.
	Fifth graders learn about poetry in Poetry Café Club meetings 02/18/2008 The fifth grade children in Mrs. Fried and Mrs. Kaufman’s Poetry Café Club meet every other week during their lunch/recess period to learn, discuss and write poetry.
	Bank donates to Operation Cookie 02/18/2008 Chris Nichols, assistant vice president of the Montville branch of Lakeland Bank, presents Claire Marinello, a 16-year-old Senior Girl Scout from Montville, with a donation to her Community Service Project. Marinello plans to ship 7,000 boxes of Girl Sco
	Lind completes basic training 02/18/2008 Marine Corps Reserve Pvt. Ryan A. Lind, a 2007 graduate of Montville Township High School, recently completed 12 weeks of basic training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S. C. designed to challenge new Marine recruits both physically and ment
	Montville’s best to receive awards 02/18/2008 The Montville Township Chamber of Commerce has announced its annual awards recipients for 2007. These awards will be presented at the annual banquet on Saturday, March 1, at Knoll East Country Club in Parsippany.
	Casino Night creates cash to Turf the Valley 02/18/2008 Bob Gannon rolls the dice at a Casino Night and memorabilia auction sponsored by Montville’s Turf the Valley Committee, which aims to replace the grass on the high school’s athletic field.
	Girls Scout troops offer hope with their hearts 02/12/2008
	Pearl Harbor survivor visits with scouts 02/12/2008 Just before Christmas, Pack 179 sang Christmas carols and gave gifts to the residents of The Chelsea.
	Locks donated 02/05/2008 Lauren Measley donates her hair to charity.
	Paige elected in Key Club 02/05/2008
	Gail Strumph earns a ‘Golden Paw’ on the back 02/05/2008 Jelly, a larger-than-life-sized dog (aka Paula Jensen), greeted Parsippany Animal Supporters Society (PASS) members, guests and honorees as they entered the Boonton Elks Club on Sunday, Jan. 27.
	Operation Cookie exceeds 220 boxes per day 01/28/2008 GIRL SCOUTS Operation Cookie exceeds 220 boxes per day Operation Cookie, the Montville Girl Scout community service project run by 16-year-old Senior Girl Scout Claire Marinello, is pulling in orders for more than 220 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies dai
	Performing arts thrive at Montville High School 01/28/2008 The students at Montville High School have started rehearsals for "Singin’ in the Rain" which will feature song, dance and, yes, rain on stage.
	A relaxing way to weight loss 01/22/2008 There was total silence in the room. It was quiet even for a library. The dozen or so people in the Rosalind Pio Costa Auditorium at the Montville Township Public Library had been hypnotized and were being guided through a session intended to help with we
	Cain leads lesson on history of Police Department 01/22/2008 Ron Cain Jr., in photo at left, presents "Montville Township Police Department History," a program of the Montville Township’s Historical Society on Monday, Jan. 14, at the Montville Township Senior House.
	Robert R. Lazar Middle School Students of the Month are announce 01/14/2008 Youngsters in grades six, seven and eight have been selected as the Robert R. Lazar Middle School Students of the Month for January. They are: Robyn Anderson, Carly DeNigris, Andrew Giaquinto, Jared Plaxe, Arianna Qira, Giselle Rivera, Caitlin Sakdalan, T
	Nielson makes her debut as mayor 01/14/2008 Mayor Deb Nielson presided over her first Township Committee meeting on Jan. 8. While much of it was business as usual, Nielson did bring some changes to the format, stating, "I’m your mayor here for 2008. We each bring our own style."
	Sturchio honored for service 01/08/2008 Fairleigh Dickinson University honored its faculty and staff for their years of service and commitment at a recognition luncheon held in Hennessy Hall on the University’s College at Florham Campus in Madison in November. Malcolm (Mal) Sturchio was recog
	Moscone recieves Recognition Award 01/08/2008 Montville Township Committeeman and former mayor, Steve Moscone received a Recognition Award at the township’s Jan. 2 re-organization meeting for his many years of service. Deb Nielson presented the award.
	Daughtry looks back on his year 01/07/2008 With a new year comes a new mayor for Montville Township – Deborah Nielson, formerly the Deputy Mayor. She takes the reigns from Art Daughtry, who remains a Committee member thanks to his win at the voting polls in November. Committeeman James Sandham
	Snelson sees ‘Face’ all over the place 12/21/2007 "I have a dog. His name is Face. He’s got the smiles all over the place!" So begins the children’s picture book, "Who’s Got the Face?" by Doug Snelson. The Montville resident has turned the special bond between dog and owner into a colorful and e

Mountain Lakes
	Old well will be restored 04/22/2008 In an effort to keep pace with an increasing demand for water usage, the Mountain Lakes Borough Council agreed in principal Monday to restore one of the community’s antiquated wells.
	Learning to give, for a change 04/15/2008 In the first �diaper drive� at the Marion Roberts Early Childhood Learning Center of the Lakeland Hills YMCA, kindergartners planned and conducted a successful event while learning about community service.
	To veterans with love 04/15/2008 The 2-year-olds class at King of Kings Preschool in Mountain Lakes took advantage of the free postage offered by the Boonton UPS Store and sent Valentines to the East Orange Veteran's Hospital.
	Row, row, row for funds 04/15/2008 The Mountain Lakes Crew Club launched a fundraiser at Island Beach Clubhouse in Mountain Lakes on Saturday, March 29. The members participated in a row-athon, rowing demos on the lake, barbecue, games, and a silent auction.
	Community Church sends Casavant Organ out for renewal 04/08/2008 The Community Church of Mountain Lakes said bon voyage to its beloved Casavant organ next month, when it was removed by Elsener Organ Works of Long Island, NY, for renovation and enhancement.
	Rebecca Gold to receive Young Leadership Award 04/01/2008 Rebecca Gold of Mountain Lakes will be honored at the 51st annual Julius and Bessie Cohn Young Leadership Award Dinner on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m. The event will be held at the Adath Shalom Synagogue, 841 Mountain Way, Morris Plains.
	A kind kid 04/01/2008 Lea Ratchford, 6, has donated 9 inches of her hair to Cuts for Cancer. Lea is in kindergarten at the Wildwood School in Mountain Lakes.
	Helping girls to see themselves as leaders 03/25/2008 League of Women Voters promotes Running and Winning
	Family images are carved in snow 03/25/2008 Icy versions of the Kotsen family of Mountain Lakes.
	Community shares memories of Duke Smith 03/25/2008 About 400 people from Mountain Lakes and beyond came to pay their respects to Adrian Waddell Smith, better known as Duke, who died on Monday, Jan. 7, after a brief bout with cancer.
	A river runs over it 03/18/2008 Recent heavy rains flooded the low lands around the Rockaway River at the border of Denville and Mountain Lakes.
	St. Peter’s hosts tribute to ‘unassuming’ music lover 03/11/2008 Selections from Mozart and Handel, as well as a French horn quartet, were all fitting portions to a special concert performed in honor of a man who has enjoyed a life-long love of classical music. The parish of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Mountain L
	SCEEP students treated to ‘The Great Debaters’ 02/26/2008 Sixteen sixth-grade participants in the SCEEP program, sponsored by the Board of Christian Outreach of the Community Church of Mountain Lakes, recently attended "The Great Debaters" at the Clearview Cinema 12 in Parsippany, as guests of the church.
	Ironman shows support for Y team 02/26/2008 New Jersey Ironmen soccer defenseman, Matthew Maher, made a big impression with the Lakeland Hills YMCA’s pee wee soccer team on Feb. 16 when he came to watch their game and sign autographs.
	Dressed in their ‘jammies,’ Wilson School students raise fun 02/18/2008 The Wilson School, PK-eighth grades in Mountain Lakes, sponsored a Pajama Day as a fundraiser to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society on Feb. 7.
	Church sends prized Casavant Organ to Long Island for renewal 02/13/2008 The Community Church of Mountain Lakes will be saying bon voyage to its beloved Casavant organ next month, when it is removed by Elsener Organ Works of Long Island, NY, for renovation and enhancement.
	Volunteers serve merry meal for Mental Health Assn. Guests 01/28/2008 The Board of Christian Outreach of the Community Church of Mountain Lakes hosted guests from the Mental Health Association of Morris County's Social Program for the church's 11th annual holiday dinner for the group in December.
	Local resident promoting Chinese New Year show 01/28/2008 MOUNTAIN LAKES Local resident promoti