Frank Dolce named Merrill Lynch branch manager

Sparta - Frank N. Dolce, Sr., of Sparta, a Merrill Lynch wealth advisor, has accepted the position of branch manager of the Sparta Merrill Lynch office. The appointment was announced by Tom Fickinger, regional director of Merrill Lynch for northern New Jersey. Dolce, a Sparta native, attended Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pa., with a focus in business administration. He is a member of the National Association of Securities Dealers. He is also active in the community as a member of the Sparta Planning Board, the Sparta Board of Zoning and Adjustments and the Lake Mohawk Golf Club. He is a member of the National Ski Patrol and serves as a volunteer ski patrol member at a local ski resort. The Sparta branch of Merrill Lynch is located at 13A Main St. For information, call 973.726.5800.