MORRISTOWN, NJ – The Morristown Planning Board reconvened for the first time nearly three months on Thursday, May 28 to continue the hearing of the M-Station East, LLC application, which saw a pair of key witnesses in the fields of traffic engineer and civil engineer.

The applicant’s proposed development includes 352,670 sq. feet of office space in two separate structures – a ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Morristown Mayor Tim Dougherty,  provided residents with a daily update on Monday June 1.

When discussing the uptick in positive COVID-19 cases, Mayor Dougherty stated that those are from long term care facilities.

"We are up to 563 on our positives", Dougherty said. "The positive uptick in Morristown is a result of long term facility ...

NEW JERSEY — The New Jersey Motor Vehicles Commission (MVC) has retrofitted all of its agencies with plexiglass barriers. 

It’s one of many changes necessary when operations restart across the state starting June 15. 

“Motor vehicle commission used to mean a lot of people crowded into small spaces,” Sue Fulton, Chair and the Chief Administrator of the ...

NEW JERSEY — Gov. Phil Murphy on Friday kept up his praise for New Jersey residents marching for George Floyd, but admitted he was concerned over a spike in COVID-19 cases as a result of the crowds.

“Yes, I’m concerned but it’s not a reason not to protest,” the governor said this afternoon at the George Washington Ballroom in Trenton at his daily press ...

TRENTON, NJ — Up to eight people will be allowed to be seated together —but tables must be situated at least six feet apart — under state-imposed outdoor dining rules for food and beverage establishments, which take effect on June 15.

In addition, Gov. Phil Murphy’s latest executive order related to the coronavirus leaves it up to local officials to allow these ...

TRENTON, NJ — Garden State eateries continuing to hurt because of COVID-19 will get further relief June 15 when the state will begin allowing for in-person outdoor dining.

Gov. Phil Murphy, in announcing the executive order Wednesday, said he himself has a reservation for June 15 although he didn’t say where.

“I hope folks with some confidence feel they can get ...

TRENTON, NJ - In the wake of days of civil unrest across the nation, Gov. Phil Murphy addressed New Jersey's efforts by law enforcement at collaboration and trust-building with the public while also unveiling a new data point to bolster his decision to move the state farther along its path toward restarting its stalled economy in the wake of COVID-19.

Murphy used ...

TRENTON, NJ - Governor Phil Murphy used much of his daily COVID-19 update to address the protests held across the state over the weekend.

Murphy said that 30 protests were held around New Jersey in reaction to the May 25 death of George Floyd. Floyd, a black man, died after Minneapolis, Minnesota, police officer Derek Chauvin, who is white, kneeled on his neck for more than eight ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - As of today, June 4, there are more than 162,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in New Jersey. Although there is no currently available vaccine against coronavirus, Atlantic Health System is calling on its expertise and national reputation for conducting cutting-edge clinical trials in oncology, neuroscience as well as cardiology, to look for effective treatments for ...

TRENTON, NJ – Gov. Phil Murphy outlined a series of guidelines Thursday for the thousands of bars and restaurants across the state to follow when they begin to welcome back patrons on June 15.

Although non-essential retail businesses will follow familiar rules that have been observed for months at supermarkets, pharmacies and other essential businesses, there could be a decided lack ...

NEW JERSEY -- Claiming that Gov. Phil Murphy and State Health Commissioner Judith Persichilli could have done more to save the lives of the elderly, a group Health Dept. workers wrote to state lawmakers to say they "have no idea what specific data points the governor uses to make decisions, because he rarely consults with them," according to reports by News 12 NJ and ...

During this unprecedented time of social distancing and family stress due to Covid19, Deirdre’s House, the Center for Morris County’s child victims of abuse and/or neglect and for children that have witnessed violence, is continuing to provide services to child victims and their non-offending caregivers. Immediately after the governor’s shelter in place order, Deirdre’s ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  The HOPE ONE van will be stationed on the Morristown Green today, June 1, from 9am - 2pm. The team was temporarily suspended in March due to the pandemic but is now back to providing in person help to those who need it.

The  HOPE One vehicle, which previously was used in police tactical operations is now a mobile recovery access vehicle. The vehicle, ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - In addition to wearing face masks and maintaining social distance, one of the most effective ways to help keep you and your family healthy is by properly washing your hands. 

Despite being taught to wash our hands as children, many of us don’t know the proper techniques for washing our hands correctly, or how often we should be performing this important task, ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Governor Murphy announced Monday that restaurants throughout the state may begin serving meals outdoors beginning June 15th. Many Morristown residents are hoping that includes shutting down one of the main roads in town to allow for dining al fresco.

Morristown Mayor Tim Dougherty addressed the idea during his daily updates.

"I can not shut down parts of South ...

MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - As driving behaviors evolve during the COVID-19 pandemic, State Farm continues to identify ways to support customers. Based on current trends, State Farm is working to reduce auto rates in every state. The national average for those rate reductions is 11%, saving customers a total of approximately $2.2 billion. Rate changes in some states are subject ...

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The adoption of a new federal aid package with billions of dollars in new funding for small businesses comes just as officials in New Jersey are beginning to give ...

A beautiful historic home with an inviting porch and green lawn sits back on Green Village Road.  “Yes the porch is coming in handy with social distancing as we can sit on rockers spaced apart with our clients and strategize on improving their life”, says John M. Egan, CFP, Managing Director of Egan Wealth Advisors.

And that scene fits in nicely to what they do at Egan Wealth ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The annual Artist’s Cafe at Unity is about showcasing the creative work of all of the students and in “normal” times, we would be able to fill the Common Room and the hallways with the work the students have made over the course of this whole year. We would go on a Gallery walk throughout the school with our young artists to see their work and to hear them talk ...

Hip New Jersey Stays Home to Benefit the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund

Telethon Features a Star-Studded Group of NJ Musicians, Athletes, Personalities and More

Hip New Jersey, the Garden State’s premier lifestyle television series, and News ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ  - Morristown High School student Arthur Wawrzyniak was among the students honored as the Mayo Performing Arts Center Music Students of the month of May for Outstanding Percussionists. Students were from Morristown, Randolph, Jefferson Township, Kinnelon and Mt. Olive.

Wawrzyniak was nominated by David Gallagher. 

"Arthur is a ...

​​​​​​MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Morristown restaurants are open and offering take out, curb side pickup and in some cases, delivery. Here is the list of who's reopened. 

Aikou
Amanti Vino
Arthur's Tavern
Artist Baker (phone orders only, no messages)
Bareburger
Beenie's Ice Cream 
Caffe India
Cambridge Wines (closed Mondays)
Cluck U Morristown
Colonial ...

​​​​​​MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Morristown restaurants are open and offering take out, curb side pickup and in some cases, delivery. Here is the list of who's reopened. 

Aikou
Amanti Vino
Arthur's Tavern
Artist Baker (phone orders only, no messages)
Bareburger
Beenie's Ice Cream 
Caffe India
Cambridge Wines (closed Mondays)
Cluck U Morristown
Colonial ...

​​​​​​MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Morristown restaurants are open and offering take out, curb side pickup and in some cases, delivery. Here is the list of who's reopened. 

Aikou
Amanti Vino
Arthur's Tavern
Artist Baker (phone orders only, no messages)
Bareburger
Beenie's Ice Cream 
Caffe India
Cambridge Wines (closed Mondays)
Cluck U Morristown
Colonial ...

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Impact 100 Garden State is pleased to announce its 2020 Grant Finalists.  Here are the seven finalists along with their program names:

Bonnie Brae – IIC Expansion: Alternative Therapies for Youth & Families (Liberty Corner, Somerset County)
Caring Contact – Preparing for 988:  Building Hotline Capacity (Westfield, Union County)
Cornerstone ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Market Street Mission and the Morris View Healthcare Center both have received a donation of nearly 100 pizzas from the student body of Morristown Beard School.

According to the school, the good dead resulted after an earned pizza party was canceled due to the pandemic. Students from Morristown Beard earned a school-wide pizza party after the parents achieved a 65.8 ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Many people find themselves using their talents to give back to their communities. For Morristown resident Elizabeth Ostendorp, her talent in ceramics inspired her to make a special gift to raise money for those in need: magnets.

“I speak for any parent, it’s terrible,” said Ostendorp. “We’re all doing something impossible from here, raising and ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - During the COVID-19 lockdown, many local families have been doing a lot of food drives for those in need. But a month ago, Morristown’s Crofford Family felt there was something else that families needed: dental, first aid and hygiene kits.

“We all came up with the idea over dinner one night about a month ago,” said Davala Crofford, whose family has been ...

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ -  COVID-19 may be front and center on most fronts this Spring but Morris County’s pesky mosquito population could care less.

While residents seek social-distanced refuge in their back yards and decks or parks and trails, these persistent bugs are ready to take an outdoor bite out of your already reduced fun.

Morris County’s mosquito control teams are ...

PARSIPPANY, NJ – Two hazardous waste drop-off events will be held in June at the Public Safety Training Academy in Parsippany.

Due to the COVID-19-related cancelation of its May 16 household hazardous waste event, the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MUA) has decided to add another drop-off event in June, with disposal days now set for June 13 and June 28, both to be held at ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Residents with a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis or those under quarantine are advised to take extra precautions when disposing of household trash, stated the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority.

These individuals and families are asked to double bag their regular trash bags, properly close them and tightly tie them to avoid leakage, according to the State ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The public meeting on the abbey has been postponed again, announced township officials. The new date will be July 21, they said. The original meeting was scheduled for April 29 but due to the pandemic it was postponed until June 3.

Officials stated that since an in-person attendance is still not possible, the meeting will be postponed again.

"Township Committee ...

TRENTON, NJ -  Governor Murphy signed an Executive Order allowing municipalities to extend the grace period for property tax payments that are due on May 1.  The Order takes effect immediately and extend the due date to June 1 without incurring any interest costs or penalties.

"Allowing municipalities the option of extending the grace period for May property tax ...

TRENTON, NJ - Lieutenant Governor Sheila Oliver joined the governor and other officials at yesterday’s daily COVID-19 press conference. Donning her hat as the head of New Jersey’s Department of Community Affairs, Oliver introduced the implementation of a temporary rental assistance program.

According to Governor Phil Murphy, the state plans to apply at least $100M to begin the ...

WAYNE, NJ – What will school be like in the fall? The new normal is unknown, but whatever that normal turns out to be, it will be based on lessons learned.  For New Jersey public schools some of these lessons will be learned this summer in day care centers and camps, and may determine if school doors open at all. 

Day care centers for the children of essential workers have been ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown residents have been recognized for their academic achievements. The following students have earned Dean's List for the Spring semester.

Caroline D'Aliso, Kaitlin McLain, Emma Mustion, Matt Pridgen, Jackie Silvers and Tim Guider have all earned Dean's List from Bucknell University. A student must earn a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a scale ...

TRENTON, NJ — Schools should consider screening visitors with noncontact thermometers and excluding anyone with a fever exceeding 100.4 degrees, according to graduation ceremony guidelines released by the state Department of Education (DOH).

The guidance, released on May 27, outlines three options for K-12 school commencement ceremonies: virtual, drive-thru/drive-in and ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - In the wake of George Floyd’s death at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, many schools in America are scrambling for resources to tackle anti-racism and social justice with their students. Many schools are looking to make curricular changes as protesters and social justice organizations call for an overhaul of the current curriculum that uses a myopic view of our ...

TRENTON, NJ - The State Department of Education is seeking feedback from Garden State parents on the remote learning practices that were instituted in school districts across New Jersey in mid-March because of the coronavirus pandemic.

The online survey is anonymous and is available in English and Spanish. Parents can access the online survey by clicking on the following links:

English ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Eight Morristown residents have graduated from area colleges and universities. 

Garran Armington, John Bickers, Brian Coven and Kyle Kratochvil have all earned degrees from the University of Vermont. According to the university, 3,183 students were awarded degrees during this year's 220 commencement. 

Tim Guider, Emma Mustion, and Matt Pridgen have all ...

TRENTON, NJ - A bill that would give current high school sophomores and juniors an optional “bridge year” passed the New Jersey State Senate by a 39-0 vote and will go on to the New Jersey State Assembly for vote on June 15, where it is expected to pass. It also has the support of the Governor’s office and the New Jersey Department of Education.  

The ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Casey Flynn had a lot to live up to as the new coach of Morristown High School’s softball team.

First, there was the legacy of his great grandfather, Coach William K. Flynn, who in 1948 led Morristown High School’s football team to win the first-ever New Jersey state championship. Then there was the coach he was taking over from, Bob Bruno, who amassed 400 wins ...

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ - The NJSIAA has established a COVID-19 Sports Advisory Task Force to review sports-specific proposals and recommendations on how to return to the field it was announced via press conference on Thursday morning. New Jersey Interscholastic Conference President, and Rutherford Athletic Director Dave Frazier will head the Task Force. 

Frazier will be joined on the Task Force ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Today there were talks of a second peaceful march and demonstration to take place in Morristown on Saturday. The event has been canceled by event organizers, announced the Morristown Department of Public Safety.

In a post on Facebook, The Morristown Burueau of Police explained that an Instagram post called for people to march from the Morris County Courthouse to the ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Emergency vehicles, including local police and fire trucks, joined the staff and volunteers of Friendship Circle as they drove through Morristown and Morris Township on Sunday, May 31, to “visit” children with special needs in the Friendship Circle program.

The Friendship Circle's mission is to create friendships for children, teens, and adults with special ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - There has been a water main break in the area of West Hanover Avenue and White Birch Road, announced the Morris Township Police Department. 

They are advising motorists to avoid the area and find an alternate Route.

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MORRISTOWN, NJ – Morris County Prosecutor’s Office officials honored a prosecutor’s office detective on June 3 for saving the life of a woman who appeared to be trying to take her own life.

Morris County Prosecutor’s Office (MCPO) Detective Luis Goncalves was travelling on Route 3 in Lyndhurst on May 20, 2020, returning from an investigation, when he observed a female ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Thirty year old, Adam J. Kylmko, a police officer with the Morris Plains Police Department has been arrested, announced the Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker, and Morris Plains Police Chief Michael Koroski.

Kylmko was charged with one count of theft by unlawful taking, a crime of the third degree.

Authorities did ...

Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp and Detective Supervisor Patrick LaGuerre of the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Bias Crimes Unit joined a virtual town hall on May 29. Young Adult Sound Off!: Racism & Police Brutality discussion was organized by Morristown-based Calvary Baptist Church, co-facilitated by Pastor Jerry M. Carter Jr., Senior Pastor, and Minister Yasin ...

NEWARK, NJ — Churches under the Archdiocese of Newark will begin allowing private prayer this weekend, the Archbishop announced Friday, as the first step of a cautious reopening plan. 

The initial phase, which will be minored by parish staff to ensure social distancing, also allows Sacrament of Reconciliation to be celebrated if social distancing can be maintained and masks are ...

Morris County, NJ - The Morris County hub of the national Sunrise Movement has thrown its support behind Charlie Baranski’s campaign for Morris County Freeholder. “We know first hand that Charlie is ready to fight for all of us in Morris County on the freeholder board. Charlie understands that climate change is affecting and will continue to affect every aspect of society. He is ...

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - The Primary Election is July 7, 2020.

The Morris County Board of Elections is closed due to the Coronavirus pandemic, so all voter registration applications and/or change of party affiliation forms should be mailed to the Morris County Clerk at 10 Court Street, Morristown NJ 07960

Voter registration must also be mailed in. Faxed or emailed applications are not ...

LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - Walt Disney World Resort theme parks announced plans for a phased in reopening of the Florida theme parks today.

The reopening, pending approval from local and state authorities, is slated for July. 

Magic Kingdom Park and Disney’s Animal Kingdom are planned to reopen on July 11, 2020, followed by EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios on July 15, ...

WEST ORANGE, NJ – Paddle boating at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex reopen this weekend with new procedures for sanitation and to promote social distancing.  

“With the weather getting warmer and people looking for things to do outside, we are pleased to be able to reopen paddle boating for the Memorial Day weekend,” County Executive ...

NEW JERSEY — While referencing “Jersey Girl” — in which Bruce Springsteen ruminates over everything being alright at the shore — Gov. Phil Murphy announced Thursday that all public and private beaches in the state will re-open in time for Memorial Day weekend.

Starting May 22, more than 120 miles of beaches in the state of 9 million, as well as lakefronts, ...