All-Stars Return, BOE Bows to Public on Fields Top Local News

The collection of an estimated $11.5 million in athletic improvements for Parsippany's high schools is off the table. Rather than risk the ire of taxpayers and voters, the Board of Education unanimously decided to submit a reduced-option package of items to the state Department of Education for its review. If approved, the board will be able to move forward with plans to draft a referendum and, in January, the board hopes, put the idea before voters. 

Just in time to prepare for the upcoming presidential election, Parsippany finally has a new municipal clerk. Officials hope Yancy Wazirmas will bring stability to the recently struggling clerk's office.

After being on the road for nearly a month, the Par-Troy Little League East All-Stars, fresh from Williamsport, are back in Parsippany. The team arrived at the PTLLE complex on Eileen Court Friday afternoon and were met by enthusiastic, red-shirted residents, town dignitaries and the media. The formal welcome comes Sunday wth a town-sponsored motorcade and party at Veterans Park.

New Jersey Department of Transportation officials and concerned Parsippany residents finally met face to face in a special meeting held at Town Hall. Another meeting between state transportation officials and residents is scheduled for Sept. 13.

All this summer you've nominated and voted for your favorite Parsippany businesses in categories ranging from Best Burger and Best Kids' Menu to Best Pharmacy and Best Dance Studio. Check out which enterprises reign supreme.