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Police & Fire

November 3, 2025

MADISON, NJ — The Madison Police Department will conduct its fall firearms qualification sessions next week, in compliance with New Jersey Attorney General guidelines,  announced council member Bob Landrigan at Monday’s Borough Council meeting.The mandatory training will take place on November 3, ...

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MADISON, NJ — During Monday night’s Borough Council meeting, Mayor Robert H. Conley issued an official proclamation designating October 28, 2025, as National First Responders Day in Madison, paying tribute to the dedication, sacrifice, and courage of the borough’s emergency personnel.Standing ...

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The Madison Police Department have announced that Jack C. Johnson, has been found.Police had previously issued a missing person alert for 39-year-old Jack C. Johnson, who was last seen in Madison on October 23, 2025. Johnson is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds.

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FLORHAM PARK, NJ — A routine patrol turned into a major multi-agency operation late Sunday night when a Florham Park police sergeant interrupted an active burglary in progress at a commercial property on Hanover Road, leading to the arrest of one suspect and the recovery of stolen materials.Earlier ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Police Department has issued a Missing Person Alert for 39-year-old Jack C. Johnson, who was last seen in Madison on October 23, 2025.Johnson is described as 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds. He was last seen wearing blue jeans and a quilted ...

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MADISON, NJ — The Borough of Madison has announced that overnight parking will be suspended on Kings Road between Green Avenue and Prospect Street beginning Friday evening, October 24, in preparation for the town’s annual Halloween Parade.The temporary restriction is being implemented to ensure the ...

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MADISON, NJ — The Madison Fire Department continues to stay busy in 2025, responding to nearly 1,900 calls so far this year while making significant technological upgrades to improve efficiency and emergency response, announced councilman Robert Landrigan.Landrigan reported that the department has ...

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MADISON, NJ - Did you hear gun shots today?  Borough officials announced that the Madison Police Department were training at the John Avenue Firearms Range. Gun shots may have been heard this morning. There is no need to be alarmed, said officials.

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SEASIDE PARK, NJ - A Whippany man died Saturday after being pulled from the water off a Seaside Park beach, according to local authorities.Police said officers were called to the 8th Avenue beach around 11:52 a.m. after a bystander reported seeing a swimmer in distress. The swimmer, identified as ...

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MADISON, NJ — With large crowds expected for Bottle Hill Day on Saturday, Oct. 4, Madison police are urging parents and caregivers to take one quick precaution before heading downtown: snap a photo of your child on your phone right before you arrive.In a social media post, officials noted that a ...

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MADISON, NJ — The Madison Police Department is asking for the community’s assistance in locating Emil Da’Vone Moore.Moore was last seen wearing a green hoodie, black shorts and crocs on May 2, 2025. Anyone with information about Moore’s whereabouts is urged to contact Madison Police at (973) ...

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MADISON, NJ – The Borough of Madison Water Department has announced that it will begin its annual fire hydrant and water main flushing program, which is expected to run for approximately six weeks.The flushing program is part of routine maintenance to ensure water quality and maintain the integrity ...

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MADISON, NJ – Residents may have noticed an increased law enforcement presence at Madison High School on Tuesday, September 23, as the Madison Police Department, in coordination with the Morris County Sheriff’s Department, conducted a full-day safety training drill.The exercise, which began around ...

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MADISON, NJ - Roadway restoration continues in Madison as crews contracted by PSEG will be milling and paving of several local streets, restoring surfaces impacted by the earlier work.Work ScheduleFriday, September 19: Milling of Crescent (Green Village to Hillside) and Rosedale (Main to ...

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MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morris County authorities say the investigation into the disappearance of Destiny Erts, 26, remains active two months after she was last seen.According to Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Human Services Police Chief Brian Lee, ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Police and Fire Departments provided updates during this month's council meeting, highlighting new training, equipment upgrades, and emergency responses that underscore their ongoing commitment to community safety. Police Department UpdatesAll Madison Police personnel ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Madison residents are being reminded to drive slowly and obey the speed limit. During Monday's council meeting, council president Rachel Ehrlich stated that the Madison Police Department will be doing speed enforcement as a “reminder to keep our streets safe for all as schools ...

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MADISON, NJ -  Drivers are advised to expect delays and follow detours as roadwork continues today, Monday September 2 on Green Village Road in Madison.Green Village Road is closed between Woodland Road and Shunpike Road for the continuation of paving. Madison officials anticipate the paving to be ...

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MADISON, NJ - Drivers are advised to expect delays and follow detours as roadwork continues today, Friday August 29 on Green Village Road in Madison.Work will begin near Shunpike and work towards Main Street. Road closures will occur until this evening and disruptions will be in place. Currently, ...

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MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Drivers are advised to expect delays and follow detours as roadwork begins today on Green Village Road in Madison.The project, overseen by Morris County, includes milling and paving between Main Street (Route 124) and Shunpike Road. Officials said the work will require temporary ...

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CHATHAM, NJ – The Chatham Borough and Madison Police Departments issued messages regarding an active U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) motor vehicle chase that began in Madison and concluded in Chatham Borough on Saturday morning.According to the AlertChathamBorough notification, it ...

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MADISON, NJ - You may hear gunshots in Madison on Thursday, August 14. The Madison Police Department will once again be at the range for quarterly training.The officers will be at the range  from 9am - 11. There is no need to worry if you hear shots,  said borough officials.

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Latest update from the Parsippany Police as of 9:40 AM Wednesday morning:  From the DEA-The DEA and its federal partners were executing a court authorized search warrant this morning in Parsippany, NJ when shots were fired.  One suspect was shot and transported to the hospital with ...

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MADISON, NJ - You may hear gunshots in Madison Tuesday and Wednesday morning. The Madison Police Department will once again be at the range for quarterly training.The officers will be at the range on Tuesday August 12 from 9am - 11am, Wednedsay August 13 from 9am - 11. The officers were also at the ...

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MADISON, NJ - Hollywood is back in Madison! According to borough officials, filming for the upcoming Netflix production of Little Brother will be taking place in Madison on Friday August 8. Filming will take place from  approximately 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the intersection of Greenwood Avenue ...

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MADISON, NJ - On Sunday morning, at approximately 6:00 a.m., Madison Police received a report of a brush fire in the Drew Forest Preserve off Loantaka Way. Upon arrival the Madison Fire Department determined the incident involved a structure fire of an abandoned two-story home within the preserve.

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MADISON, NJ - During the early hours of Thursday, July 3, at approximately 3am, a burglary occurred on Woodland Road in Madison, confirmed the Madison Police Department. The suspects were able to steal a car from a Madison resident after taking the keys from inside the home. According to police, ...

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MADISON, NJ - It's possible that residents may hear gun shots today, Wednesday July 30.  Borough officials have announced that the Madison Police Department will be at the John Avenue Firearms Range from 12:30pm to 8:30pm. There is no need to be alarmed, said officials.

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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Frank J. Blair, age 61, of Hamburg NJ, the school bus  driver, has been charged in connection with leaving a four-year-old child on a school bus in Montville, announced Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Montville  Police Chief Andrew ...

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MADISON, NJ - The Madison Police Department is offering free gun lock kits, announced borough officials. The lock is provided to residents thanks to a partnership with Project Child Safe funded by the U.S. Department of Justice.Each kit contains safety information and a cable-style gun lock. The ...

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