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Hey there, Parsippany! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What 533 Wonder layoffs could mean for Parsippany workers and families
  • How Parsippany's defense shut out Whippany Park to stay undefeated
  • Parsippany voices anchor Morris County's powerful 25th 9/11 remembrance

Also on today's calendar: A new location, a fresh new vibe and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a shower in places, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 83, low: 55.
  • Saturday: Sunny intervals; not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Wonder Laying Off 533 Employees Before Expected IPO (forbes.com) — Wonder plans to lay off 533 workers at its Parsippany location between now and early January, a major restructuring move as the company prepares for a potential IPO in 2028. For local residents, this means significant job losses at a high-profile food and delivery employer, with potential ripple effects on families, nearby businesses, and the township's economy.
   

• Parsippany Masterclass Leads To 2-0 Win against Whippany Park (parsippanyfocus.com) — Parsippany High School's boys soccer team stayed undefeated with a 2-0 home win over Whippany Park, powered by standout defense and goals from Julius Rodriguez and Sairam Balaji. The Redhawks' back line, led by Rodrigo Esquivel and Christopher McAndrew, shut down repeated attacks, helping Parsippany improve to 4-0 in its new conference division.
   

• 'Courage was everywhere': 9/11 survivor shares story at Morris County ceremony (morristowngreen.com) — Parsippany residents played a prominent role in Morris County's 25th Anniversary 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, where survivor and local resident Dennis Letts shared his harrowing story from the World Trade Center. Another Parsippany resident, Loretta Viglione, read her son's poem as officials honored 64 county victims and gathered first responders at the county 9/11 memorial on West Hanover Avenue in Parsippany.
   

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  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member TB40317-Parsippany 2 in Parsippany. Apply here.
  • Ruth's Chris Steak House posted a job opening for Dishwasher in Parsippany. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Parsippany here.

🗞 Nearby News

Mountain Lakes

  • Morris Knolls, Montville milestones top Morris/Sussex girls soccer rankings (northjersey.com)
  • Bob Sambol and Vandelay Companies Team Up On New Intimate Dallas Restaurant in Former Aldemo's Space (papercitymag.com)

Hanover

  • Local Gigs & Services: Special Reiki Healing Offer (patch.com)

Morris Plains

  • Morris Plains school board candidates tackle AI, online safety and high school options (morristowngreen.com)
  • 15 Little Things That Keep Your Friendships Alive Even When You're Busy (bustle.com)
  • Girls cross country honor roll, Sept. 16: Record-setting performance headlines Week 2 (nj.com)

Ok Parsippany! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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