MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - Whitehead Road in Morris Township will be closed to through traffic for four months beginning Monday, Oct. 26, as work starts on replacing a bridge over the Whippany River, announced officials

The Morris County-owned bridge, which was built in 1928 and widened in 1977, is a single-span, steel-beam structure with asphalt-filled corrugated decking founded on stone masonry ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The ballot box at the County of Morris Complex has changed locations. The box has been moved across the street and is now in front of the Superior Court entrance on Court Street, said town officials.

There will be parking designated for voting, said Mayor Dougherty.

"Election day is November 3", said Dougherty. "You can drop your ballot here 24 ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Mayor Tim Dougherty announced the cancelation of the Annual Trunk or Treat Halloween celebration in Morristown. 

"I know a lot of people put a lot of work into it", said Dougherty. "But this is the fourth straight day of over 1000 cases. We saw what happened with the Governor today"

Governor Murphy had to leave today's press conference ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Frelinghuysen Middle School, Normandy Park Elementary School and Woodland Elementary School will move to all-virtual learning for Monday October 26. Normandy Park and Woodland will continue with virtual learning for 14 days after multiple individuals have tested positive for COVID-19.

In an update from district officials, families were notified that the three schools will be ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  The Morris School District has announced two new positive COVID-19 cases within the district. 

The cases have been identified at Normandy Park School and Alfred Vail School, said officials.

Both classes and other identified close contacts will complete the required 14 day quarantine period, according to school officials. Both classes will move to ...

MORRISTOWN,  NJ — The school search platform Niche.com on Tuesday published it’s 2021 ranking of best public high schools, placing Morristown High School 120 out of 416 public high schools ranked in New Jersey.

Niche.com gave Morristown High School an “A-” in academics, an “B+” for its teachers, an “A-” for its clubs and ...

RANDOLPH, NJ – To meet a growing demand for paramedics to respond to healthcare emergencies on the scene, County College of Morris (CCM) will be offering a Paramedic Science Program to prepare individuals for state certification and national licensing.

The Paramedic Science Program will begin with the 2021 Spring Semester. The program aligns with the National EMS Education Standards and ...

SOUTH ORANGE – Dr. Angelica Allen-McMillan, Ed.D., has been nominated by Governor Phil Murphy as the next Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Education 

“From day one, I pledged to select a Commissioner of Education with experience in public education. We fulfilled that promise through the nomination of Dr. Repollet, and maintain that promise ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Morris School District ranked No. 153 on Niche.com's "2021 Best Places to Teach".  Niche ranked Livingston as the No. 1 district to teach in, with Millburn and Northern Valley Regional High School DIstrict rounding out the top three.

All public school rankings on Niche.com are based on key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown snapped a two-game skid and defeated Montville on the road, 3-2, on Saturday.

The Colonials (2-3) also defeated the Mustangs by a 3-2 score on Oct. 13.  Kiera Pohan, Anna Szporn and Molly Cunningham scored for Morristown. Katie Duff had an assist. MacKenzie Fitzgerald made 9 saves on the day.

Dani Vito scored twice for the Mustangs. Dara Frieder had the ...

RANDOLPH, NJ- While it was not their cleanest game if the year, the Randolph High School Football team was still able to pull off a 42-0 trouncing of Morristown on Friday Oct. 23

“We had a couple missed opportunities and a couple penalties that didn’t go our way, which made us play a little slower than we would have liked,” said coach Will Nahan.  “But, I like how ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Colonials fell to 1-4 on the season following Friday’s 3-2 loss to Mendham.

Morristown had wins at first singles and first doubles. At first singles, Maddie Beavis rallied for a 5-7, 6-0, 6-1 win over Mendham’s Samantha Matkowski. At first doubles, the pair of Alex Fisher and Madison Silver fought back after dropping the first set and won 5-7, 7-5, ...

TRENTON, NJ - Governor Phil Murphy released the latest COVID-19 figures from around the New Jersey on Friday

It was the seventh straight day with over 1,000 new cases, recording 1,994, announced the governor, with eight new deaths. It was the highest one day total since May, according to Murphy. Statewide, there are 227,339 positive cases and 14,492 deaths, and ...

RED BANK – Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 191. The Order extends the Public Health Emergency that was declared on March 9, 2020 through Executive Order No. 103, which was previously extended on April 7, May 6, June 4, July 2, August 1, August 27, and September 25. Under the Emergency Health Powers Act, a declared public health emergency ...

BLACKWOOD, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy and his wife, First Lady Tammy Murphy, entered a voluntary self-quarantine Wednesday afternoon after a senior staff member - who the governor was in close proximity to Saturday - tested positive for coronavirus. 

Murphy unexpectedly left a press briefing Wednesday at midday in Camden County, after learning of his exposure to the individual - whose ...

NEW JERSEY- In response to the rising number of COVID-19 cases in the country, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont issued a statement regarding their updated travel advisory policy.

“Our states have worked together successfully in combating this pandemic since the beginning and we'll continue to do so", the ...

BLACKWOOD, NJ — Over 1.6 million people in New Jersey have filed for unemployment benefits since mid-March when the coronavirus pandemic began to ravage the state.

Looking to help individuals out of work, as well as employers unable to hire more people due to the financial impact of COVID-19, Gov. Phil Murphy announced $14 million of new workforce development funds ...

MORRIS PLAINS, NJ: Parsippany-based roofing manufacturer GAF was awarded the “Golden Apple Award” by the Interfaith Food Pantry Network (IFPN) at a Virtual Volunteer Recognition Ceremony on Thursday, October 15 th .

The annual event typically takes place in-person, but this year it was broadcast over Facebook Live from the IFPN warehouse and resource center in Morris ...

NEW JERSEY - Governor Phil Murphy today signed Executive Order No. 189, which extends the filing deadline for 2019 Corporate Business Tax (CBT) calendar year returns being filed under extension to November 16, 2020, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The previous filing deadline for calendar year returns being filed under extension was October 15, 2020.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has ...

NEW JERSEY -- Before the coronavirus pandemic hit, revenue growth of Latino-owned companies was up 10% over last year, but like most other businesses in America, their fortunes have declined dramatically since March, according to the annual Biz2Credit Latino-Owned Business Study for 2020.

Using February as a baseline, the analysts found that the sales of Latino-owned business dropped 42% ...

MADISON, NJ – Halloween trick-or-treating is fast approaching and residents are encouragedto follow safety guidelines posted by the New Jersey Department of Health to help everyone who celebrates the annual tradition amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

For all activities, social distancing, mask wearing, hand sanitizing, and gathering limits should be observed.

“In ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The American Red Cross is urging healthy donors of all blood types to give blood or platelets to ensure a strong blood supply for patients as the U.S. braces for flu season while in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Morristown will host a blood donation opportunity on November 3 at the College of Saint Elizabeth from 11am - 4pm.

For thanking those who ...

Masks, gowns and other supplies are stockpiled, but some worry about staffing levels amid a national COVID-19 surge.

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No one anticipates the same surge of patients that flooded hospitals ...

Residents have easy access to the very best health and wellness services.

Lantern Hill, the Erickson Living-managed senior living community in New Providence, New Jersey, is named for its illustrious railroading past, but its eye is on the future. Known for its vibrant, maintenance-free lifestyle, state-of-the-art amenities, clubs and activities, Lantern Hill also offers the best in senior ...

Cases are on the rise statewide, but in Lakewood the number is growing faster

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Since September, daily coronavirus infection rates in the state have been on the rise, confirming officials ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Halloween is certainly different this year, but IHOP is doing something fun for kids 12 and under. Beginning October 26 and running through October 30, participating IHOP restaurants are offering a free Mr.Mummy Pancake from 7am -10am.

The Mr. Mummy pancake is a large green pancake topped with zig zags of cream cheese icing bandages, banana slices and chocolate chip eyes and a ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Table of Hope will be distributing food for free on October 22 at the Bishop Nazery Way parking lot. The distribution will take place between 2pm and 3:30pm

The organization will be distributing groceries, produce, dairy and canned goods

Anyone attending the event, is asked to wear a face mask and follow CDC guidelines.

Read More: 2020 Trunk-or-Treat & ...

CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST FOR ALL SAINTS TO DISTRIBUTE 1,400 “FARMERS TO FAMILIES” FOOD BOXES IN RESPONSE TO COMMUNITIES IMPACTED BY COVID-19

MORRISTOWN, NJ — The Church of God In Christ For All Saints (COGICFAS) has announced its commitment to distribute 1,400 food boxes to the local community deeply impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Food boxes will be distributed this month ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Here's what's on TAP this weekend.

Friday October 23

Folk Project presents Dave Kleiner; Virtual; 7pm

Saturday October 24

Operation Take Back; ShopRite of Greater Morristown; Stop & Shop in Morris Plains; 10am - 2pm

Urban Farm; 31 Hazel Street; 10am - 2pm

Pet Adoption; Subaru of Morristown; 12noon - 3pm

An Outdoor Movie featuring The ...

NEW JERSEY - Halloween is marked by the rustle of the leaves, the chilliness of the wind, and an invasion of pumpkins. But this year awaits an unprecedented Halloween, one without the occasional ring followed by a chorus of “trick-or-treat”. If not the candy, the holiday is marked by the movies that come by it. Whether it means a good scare, cult classics, or nostalgic ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Going to the movies has been a distant memory since the pandemic struck. The days of gathering with friends over a cold soda and a huge bucket of warm popcorn dripping with melted butter are gone. Or are they?

AMC is now offering a private movie showing for $99 plus tax. The theater will allow up to 20 people to attend for the private showing. The Morristown AMC is ...

Wanted: Women Who Make a Difference

Impact 100 Garden State, an all-woman organization dedicated to collective giving, is expanding its 2021 membership drive with a series of virtual “Meet & Mingle” events. Women who are interested in making an impact may RSVP to member@impact100gardenstate.org.

The organization, which has donated more than $2 million to nonprofits in ...

Morristown, NJ – Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), and the FirstEnergy Foundation recently donated a total of $65,000 to 13 local police chiefs associations throughout JCP&L’s service territory in recognition of their key role in keeping communities safe around downed power lines and other electrical equipment. The funding ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  During the pandemic, members of the community have banded together to help those less fortunate. There are has been food distributions, clothing drives, coat drives and now a bike give-away.

This Sunday, Verrilli's Pizza and Bakery will be giving away (FREE) 20 restored children's bikes to members of the community. The give away begins at 8:30am ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Though we are still in lockdown, it doesn't mean we can’t go outside to tend the garden. On October 20, at the Lafayette Learning Center Preschool, members and employees of the Grow It Morristown assembled at The Urban Farm for a special occasion.

Grow It Green Morristown is a non-profit organization that creates sustainable farms and gardens, and educates local ...

TRENTON, NJ -  New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection released the current fall foliage map for the Garden State and things are starting to look colorful.

Forests in the Northwest corner of the state, including the area near High Point State Park and Waywayanda State Park are at peak color. The southern portion of Sussex County is near peak. 

Northern NJ along ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  The Town of Morristown Public Works has announced the dates for this year's leaf collection. The collection in town will run through December 4, 2020.

Leaves must be free of litter, rocks, dirt, limbs, twigs, headge clippings, grass clippings and should be raked to the curb. Leaves should not be placed in bags. 

The schedule is as follows:

Monday ...

TRENTON, NJ -  New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection released the current fall foliage map for the Garden State and things are starting to look colorful.

We'll share the updated maps as they become available so you can head out into our favorite state and enjoy the great outdoors. (Be sure to take plenty of photos!)

Founded on the first Earth Day in 1970, the New ...

Pumpkin is not just for dessert.  Consider using this low calorie, flavorful vegetable, botanically classified as a fruit, in any of the courses of your fall or holiday meals.

The beta carotene that gives pumpkin its orange color is an important antioxidant.  Increasing the beta carotenes in your diet can reduce the risk of developing some cancers and provide protection against heart ...

GLEN ROCK, NJ -  Is your perfectly-carved pumpkin being ravaged by local wildlife?

As Halloween draws closer, families are putting out jack-o-lanterns to celebrate, but, unfortunately, many of those pumpkins are being quickly devoured by squirrels.

If you don’t remember this being a problem in the past, there’s a lot of speculation as to why squirrels are foraging for food ...

New Jersey is home to a number of Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities. Sycamore Living at East Hanover, encompasses both. 

Imagine living life to the fullest in a Wellness Community that caters to your own goals, lifestyle preferences, and your personal needs.   Sycamore understands that as time passes life changes.  “Being able to stay in a familiar and safe ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ -  Today is the second day of the Morris Township Police Department Officer Trading Card Contest! Morris Township residents, 14 years of age and younger can try to collect as many trading cards as possible.

Ask any Morris Township officer you see, if they have their trading card on them. According to the rules, the officer must sign and date the card for it to be a ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Elijah Lott was arrested in a series of residential burglaries and motor vehicle thefts in Chatham Township, announced Morris County Acting Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Morris County Acting Chief of Detectives Chris Kimker, and Chatham Township Police Chief Thomas Miller.

During the month of September 2020, Chatham Township Detective Muta Blanford, with the assistance of the ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - A police pursuit in Morristown on Sunday afternoon ended with four individuals in custody, according to BNN.

A vehicle was stopped on Tiffany Road in Morristown as directed by Morristown Police, the alert indicated. Police have reported the four individuals are in custody. 

No other information was provided. This story will be updated when more information becomes ...

ROXBURY, NJ – A man responsible for a 2019 boating accident that killed his friend, former Roxbury High School student Jason Gil, must spend almost a year behind bars and then face three years on probation, officials said today.

The man, Nicholas Zarantonello, 25, was sentenced Friday by state Superior Court Judge Stephen Taylor, according to the Morris County Prosecutor’s ...

NEWARK – Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal and the Division of Consumer Affairs (the “Division”) today announced that they have reached settlements with two car dealerships resolving alleged violations of the Consumer Fraud Act (“CFA”), the Used Car Lemon Law, and other regulations governing the sale and advertising of motor vehicles. Both dealerships have ...

TRENTON, NJ - An appeals court has ruled that New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir Grewal can release the names of all law enforcement officers who have received major professional discipline in the state, a plan that was announced this past summer following widespread national protests for police reform and social justice after the murder of George Flyod. The court decided that the ...

Rabbi Shalom Lubin, spiritual leader of Congregation Shaya Ahavat Torah in Parsippany and leader of Chabad of Southeast Morris County, will be the inaugural presenter for the National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW), West Morris 2020–2021 Clergy Learning Series. His talks, on "Jewish Medical Ethics," are scheduled for Thursdays, October 15, 22 and 29, all at 1 p.m., and ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Did you receive your ballot in the mail? All Morris County General Election mail in ballots were delivered to the US Postal Service by Monday, October 5, said Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi. If you have not received your ballot, call the Morris County Clerk's Election Office at 973-285-6066

If you have received your ballot in the mail, fill it out, using pencil, black or ...

In addition to voting in statewide, county and local elections by November 3, New Jersey residents will be asked three public questions, including whether the state Constitution should be amended to legalize marijuana.

The League of Women Voters of New Jersey offers an objective perspective of this question, including reasons for voting yes and no.

Question on the Ballot:

Do you ...