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Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again
Pakistani Couple's Popular Morris County Hot Chicken Restaurant Expands Once Again Nearly four years after opening their first restaurant, Usman Chaudhry and Amena Chaudhri are expanding for the third time, with a fourth location. Namkeen Hot Chicken will soon be coming to Parsippany at 9 North Beverwyck Road in Lake Hiawatha, the North Bergen couple tells Daily Voice. The restaurant first opened in Chatham in Fall 2020, and later two more popped up in Metuchen and Brooklyn, NY. Owning his very-own restaurant was always a goal for Usman. He and his wife went for it "very spontaneously" in October 2020, despite it being a major risk during the pandemic. Usman q…
Lauren Brecher, Longtime Teacher, Morris County Resident, Dies At 50 Lauren Brecher, Longtime Teacher, Morris County Resident, Dies At 50
Lauren Brecher, Longtime Teacher, Morris County Resident, Dies At 50 Lauren Brecher died on Friday, April 12 at Morristown Medical Center at the age of 50 after battling cancer, according to her obituary. Born in Massachusetts, she grew up in Oakland in Bergen County before moving to Lake Hiawatha in 1996, her obituary reads. Brecher was a longtime teacher at Suburban Hills School in Chester and later taught OLPH Early Childhood Center in Oakland, her obituary reads. I met Lauren in 10th grade gym class; she was a junior. We had exercise aerobics and we hid in the back both lazy and I... Posted by Deborah Butturini on Monday, April 15, 2024 "Those w…
Morris County Mourns Death Of High School Student Matthew Augustine After Long Illness Morris County Mourns Death Of High School Student Matthew Augustine After Long Illness
Morris County Mourns Death Of High School Student Matthew Augustine After Long Illness The Randolph community is mourning the loss of a beloved high school student. Matthew John Nuncio Augustine died in his family's loving embrace at The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia on Friday, July 7 after battling a long illness. He was 15. Born in Denville, Matthew lived in Randolph Township his entire life and was preparing to start his sophomore year at Randolph High School, his obituary says. Described as a “kind, bright, caring and gentle young man,” Matthew was a spirited member of the RHS Marching Band and St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church in Succasunna. He loved spending time wi…
There's More To NJ Than Congestion, Says Local Comic Bringing Standup To 'AGT' There's More To NJ Than Congestion, Says Local Comic Bringing Standup To 'AGT'
There's More To NJ Than Congestion, Says Local Comic Bringing Standup To 'AGT' Award-winning broadcaster, international comedian, and Garden State native Maureen Langan is bringing her standup skills to America’s Got Talent next week. Langan, who grew up in Lake Hiawatha, found her spot on the comedy stage after more than seven years at Bloomberg broadcasting all sorts of commentary, celebrity interviews, satirical world news, and person-on-the-street interviews. She lives in Manhattan and says the Garden State holds a special place in her heart. “I love Jersey. I think it’s so diverse, and people have no idea, they just see the congestion of traffic by the Lincoln …
North Jersey Residents Appearing On 'America's Got Talent' North Jersey Residents Appearing On 'America's Got Talent'
North Jersey Residents Appearing On 'America's Got Talent' A pair of North Jersey entertainers hoping for their big break will be appearing on the upcoming season of "America's Got Talent." Maureen Langan, a comedian from Lake Hiawatha, and Anna Deguzman, a magician from Bergenfield, are both set to appear on the Tuesday, June 20 episode of the hit NBC show. Langan, an award-winning broadcaster, has worked with big names in entertainment and is a TEDx Talk speaker. Deguzman has performed on "Penn & Teller: Fool Us," "Australia's Got Talent," and has made appearances on MTV, Disney, and ESPN. View this post on Instagram …
Lifelong Morris County Resident, Beloved Salon Receptionist Gina DiPasquale Dies, 27 Lifelong Morris County Resident, Beloved Salon Receptionist Gina DiPasquale Dies, 27
Lifelong Morris County Resident, Beloved Salon Receptionist Gina DiPasquale Dies, 27 Lifelong Morris County resident and beloved salon receptionist Gina M. DiPasquale died at Morristown Medical Center on Monday, March 7. She was 27. Born in Morristown, Gina lived in Parsippany her whole life and graduated from high school in 2013, her obituary says. She went on to study sociology at William Paterson University before earning her bachelor’s degree. Gina most recently worked as a receptionist for Shear Perfection in Lake Hiawatha, where she was known as the “friendliest, kindest, most dedicated worker and a great friend,” according to a heartfelt tribute from the business: …
Sudden Death Of Morris County College Student, 21, Prompts Wave Of Community Support Sudden Death Of Morris County College Student, 21, Prompts Wave Of Community Support
Sudden Death Of Morris County College Student, 21, Prompts Wave Of Community Support The unexpected death of a Morris County college student has prompted a wave of support throughout the local community. Aniajh Bermudez died at St. Clare's Hospital in Denville on Monday, Jan. 16 aged 21, her obituary says. Born in Paterson, Aniajh lived in Lake Hiawatha her entire life. She graduated from Parsippany High School in 2020 and was a student at the County College of Morris in Randolph. Aniajh was known for her love of working alongside children and had been a five-year employee with the Learning Experience Day Care in Lake Parsippany, according to her memorial. Aniajh is pred…
21-Year-Old Man Killed In Route 80 Crash 21-Year-Old Man Killed In Route 80 Crash
21-Year-Old Man Killed In Route 80 Crash A 21-year-old Morris County man was killed in a Route 80 crash over the weekend, authorities said. Kevin Barradas of Dover was heading east in a Saab 93 when his car veered off the road to the right and hit a road marker in Parsippany on Friday evening, New Jersey State Police said. The car overturned and hit a tree, killing Barradas. The exit lane for Exit 45, which leads to Lake Hiawatha and Whippany, was closed for about two hours following the collision, State Police reported.
Police ID 29-Year-Old Driver Dead In Wrong-Way Route 80 Crash Police ID 29-Year-Old Driver Dead In Wrong-Way Route 80 Crash
Police ID 29-Year-Old Driver Dead In Wrong-Way Route 80 Crash A 29-year-old wrong-way driver who was struck by a tractor-trailer on Route 80 in Morris County died of his injuries, authorities said. Angelo F. Atienza was heading west in the eastbound lanes in a Toyota Rav4 when he drove head-on into an International tractor and semi-trailer around 4 a.m., Saturday, May 14, New Jersey State Police said. The crash occurred near milepost 46.2 in Parsippany, police said. The man's identification has not been made public. Atienza, of Lake Hiawatha, works as a nurse at Llanfair House, according to LinkedIn.
Longtime Parsippany Resident Dies After Year-Long Cancer Battle, 37 Longtime Parsippany Resident Dies After Year-Long Cancer Battle, 37
Longtime Parsippany Resident Dies After Year-Long Cancer Battle, 37 Longtime Parsippany resident and Mary Luz Londono Amaya died after a year-long cancer battle at St. Clare's Hospital in Denville on Friday, March 18. She was 37. Born in Medellin, Colombia, Mary immigrated to South Carolina in 2000 before settling in Lake Hiawatha last year, her obituary says. Mary worked as a housekeeper at Sussex County Community College in Newton, her memorial says. She graduated from Denville High School, according to her Facebook page. Mary leaves behind her mother, Luz Marina Amaya Flores; brother, Jorge Ivan Londono Amaya, as well as several extended family members…
North Jersey Driver Who Thought He Hit Deer Found Guilty In Hit-Run Death Of 12-Year-Old Boy North Jersey Driver Who Thought He Hit Deer Found Guilty In Hit-Run Death Of 12-Year-Old Boy
North Jersey Driver Who Thought He Hit Deer Found Guilty In Hit-Run Death Of 12-Year-Old Boy A North Jersey man who apparently thought he hit a deer when he actually struck and killed a 12-year-old boy in 2019 has been found guilty in the child's death, authorities announced. A Union County jury found 39-year-old Jose Marrero guilty on charges relating to the Summer 2019 death of Jeremy Maraj in Union, Prosecutor William A. Daniel said. The jury deliberated for less than an hour last Friday after a week-long trial for Marrero — currently of Kearny and previously of Lake Hiawatha — before returning its verdict. Marrero was driving his work van, a 2016 Nissan NV200, when h…
Beloved Parsippany Software Engineer Willian Hua Dies After Brief Illness, 28 Beloved Parsippany Software Engineer Willian Hua Dies After Brief Illness, 28
Beloved Parsippany Software Engineer Willian Hua Dies After Brief Illness, 28 Beloved Parsippany software engineer Willian Hua died at St. Clare’s Hospital in Denville on Jan. 9 after a brief illness at the age of 28. Born in Livingston, Hua grew up in Lake Hiawatha and graduated from Parsippany High School in 2011, his obituary says. Hua later attended the College of New Jersey, where he earned a Bachelor’s in computer science, according to his memorial. Hua worked as a front-end developer and software engineer with Texas-based company Cognizant Technology Solutions. “Willian Hua always gave his all when helping others: designing his church’s website, assisting i…
Paterson Drug Sweep: Convicted Killer, 14 Others Charged, 1,051 Heroin Folds Seized Paterson Drug Sweep: Convicted Killer, 14 Others Charged, 1,051 Heroin Folds Seized
Paterson Drug Sweep: Convicted Killer, 14 Others Charged, 1,051 Heroin Folds Seized Paterson detectives seized 1,051 heroin folds, 137 crack vials and $8,184 in drug proceeds while arresting 15 people -- two of them underage teens, authorities said. They also obtained a fugitive warrant for a recently-paroled convicted killer who they said was running a drug operation from his apartment. Investigators targeted an open-air drug market at the corner of Godwin Avenue and Auburn Street following several complaints, city Public Safety Director Jerry Speziale said. After seizing 11 buyers and three dealers – including one 16 and the other 17 – city Narcotics Division detectives…
Morris County Native, Parsippany Hills High School Grad Neeli Thadikonda Dies Suddenly At 23 Morris County Native, Parsippany Hills High School Grad Neeli Thadikonda Dies Suddenly At 23
Morris County Native, Parsippany Hills High School Grad Neeli Thadikonda Dies Suddenly At 23 Morris County native and Parsippany Hills High School graduate Neeliagni K. Thadikonda died suddenly at his home on April 23. He was 23. Born in Harrison, Thadikonda grew up in the Powder Mills section of Parsippany-Troy Hills, according to his obituary. Thadikonda earned a Bachelor’s Degree from William Paterson University after graduating from high school, his memorial says. Thadikonda is survived by his parents, Kiran and Suneetha (Sreehari) Thadikonda; and his brother, brother, Prithvi Thadikonda. Thadikonda’s funeral was held April 27 at the S.J. Priola Parsippany Funeral Service in …
Lifetime Lake Hiawatha Resident, Mother Of 3 Lisa Marie Butera Dies, 32 Lifetime Lake Hiawatha Resident, Mother Of 3 Lisa Marie Butera Dies, 32
Lifetime Lake Hiawatha Resident, Mother Of 3 Lisa Marie Butera Dies, 32 The Lake Hiawatha community is mourning the death of lifelong resident and mother of three Lisa Marie Butera on Sept. 17 at the age of 32. Born in Morristown, Butera graduated in 2006 from Parsippany High School, her obituary says. After receiving a master’s degree in Human Resources, Butera worked in Parsippany as an Account Manager for The Execu Search Group. Butera is survived by her daughters, Bianca Ann, Aria Gianna and Mia Marie; her father, David J. Butera; and his wife, Keli, of Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania. She is also survived by several stepsisters, aunts, uncles, cousins and clos…
Police: Drugged, Drunken Morris County Driver Leaves Scene Of Readington Crash Police: Drugged, Drunken Morris County Driver Leaves Scene Of Readington Crash
Police: Drugged, Drunken Morris County Driver Leaves Scene Of Readington Crash A Morris County driver was under the influence of both alcohol and narcotics when he left the scene of a Readington Township crash, authorities charged.  Brian Chacko of Lake Hiawatha was involved in a crash near the intersection of River Ave and Route 202 in Readington Township around 1:50 a.m. on Friday, July 3, township police said in a release. Police arrived at the scene and determined that Chacko was intoxicated, authorities said. Chacko was arrested and charged with reckless driving, leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident, failure to report a motor vehicle accident, DWI,…
Driver Adjusting GPS Sends SUV Carrying Juveniles Into Parsippany Lake Driver Adjusting GPS Sends SUV Carrying Juveniles Into Parsippany Lake
Driver Adjusting GPS Sends SUV Carrying Juveniles Into Parsippany Lake A 35-year-old woman from Lake Hiawatha was trying to adjust her GPS when her SUV veered off the roadway and into a Parsippany lake, authorities said. The woman had two juvenile passengers as her Volkswagen Atlas toppled into Lake Parsippany near the intersection of Lake Shore Drive and Alpine Road Saturday evening, local police said. The driver and passengers had gotten out of the car without injuries when police arrived around 7 p.m., authorities said.  The driver was ticketed for careless driving, police said. Her vehicle was removed from the water by Powder Mill Towing.
Man, 64, Dies In Parsippany Garden Apartment Fire Man, 64, Dies In Parsippany Garden Apartment Fire
Man, 64, Dies In Parsippany Garden Apartment Fire A 64-year-old resident was killed in a fire in a Parsippany garden apartment Sunday afternoon, responders said.  His name was being withheld pending notification of next of kin. A firefighter refused medical attention for a cut sustained battling the first-floor Rutgers Lane blaze, which broke out in the Rutgers Village Apartment Complex just after 12:30 p.m. and severely damaged two units, they said. The main body of the fire was knocked down by Parsippany and Lake Hiawatha firefighters within a half-hour, after which they summoned investigators. The Morris County Prosecutor’s Offic…