PARSIPPANY, NJ - This past weekend was a time to reflect on what it means to be an American, and honor victims of a great tragedy. And just two days after an infamous date, Morris County officials and resident came together to do just that.

Nineteen years ago, three hijacked airplanes crashed into the World Trade Center and Pentagon, taking the lives of about 3,000 people. A fourth hijacked ...

MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Morris Plains will hold a 9-11 remembrance ceremony in person and live streaming at 10am today, September 11. The event will take place at the 9/11 Memorial on Route 22 and Route 53, Tabor Road.

You can watch the live stream HERE 

The borough will also sound sirens, marking key moments of the attack.  Sounding of the Sirens will be as follows:

8:46AM Impact ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Morris Township Committee held a virtual meeting on Wednesday, August 26 th regarding The Abbey redevelopment plan. If approved, Restoration Hardware would transform The Abbey into a home furnishing store and posh restaurant.

While the southern wing would be demolished, Town Planner Paul Phillips assured that The Abbey’s main body would remain intact. This ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - During the Morris School District Board of Ed Meeting held on Monday, September 14th, Superintendent Mackey Pendergrast outlined the response plan for positive COVID cases in the school district. The goal is to create and maintain conditions that will allow for in-person learning. 

In the event of a single positive case, the district, in collaboration with the local ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Unity Charter School has once again been honored with the distinction of being a Positive Discipline Association Lab School. Positive Discipline is a program developed by Dr. Jane Nelsen. Based on the work of Alfred Adler and Rudolf Dreikurs, Positive Discipline is designed to teach young people to become responsible, respectful and resourceful members of their communities.

RANDOLPH, NJ – There is still time to enroll for the Fall Semester at County College of Morris (CCM). The college also has a number of programs to help fund a higher education so students can keep moving forward during these challenging times.

The Fall Semester begins on September 9. In addition to the traditional length semester, CCM also offers a 13 Week Semester that begins on ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - After announcing a positive test with a preschool partner, the Morris School District has announced an individual at Hillcrest School has tested positive for COVID-19. The school did not indicate if the individual was a staff member or a student.

In an update to families and parents, the district stated that due to confidentiality laws, they will not provide any additional ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  One individual at the Morristown Neighborhood House, a Morris School District preschool partner has tested positive for COVID-19, announced the Morris School District.

Those who may have been exposed has already been notified by the Neighborhood House, the district stated in their update to parents and families. The building has been cleaned and sanitized and the ...

Morristown, NJ – Student loans continue to be an ongoing concern for many college and trade school graduates. To help ease this burden, the Morris Educational Foundation (MEF), is proud to continue the Myles Smiled on You Award, a secondary education loan reduction fund in memory of 2013 Morristown High School graduate, Myles Mislavsky.

The MEF, a non-profit organization ...

TRENTON, NJ - Legislation championed by Assemblyman Benjie Wimberly (D-Paterson) that will allow college athletes to earn compensation for use of their name, image or likeness was signed into law Monday by Governor Phil Murphy.

The new law (A-2106), known as the “New Jersey Fair Play Act,” received final legislative approval in July, passing the full Assembly 56-16-2, and full ...

ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – NJSIAA (New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association), the governing body for high school sports in New Jersey, has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership with the NFL. The organization will host a two-day, virtual diversity, bias, and cultural competence workshop for football game officials. The two-day session’s goal is to increase awareness ...

SCOTCH PLAINS/FANWOOD, NJ -- COVID-19 has canceled many local events from festivals, functions, and races. Runners, walkers, cyclists, and hikers watched as their favorite races and events were canceled through the rest of 2020. Many towns, parks, and municipalities have pivoted to develop new programs for their community to keep people safely distanced, socially responsible, and engaged.

NEW JERSEY - Governor Murphy has updated the travel advisory. As of Wednesday, September 15, the Governor removed California, Hawaii, Maryland, Minnesota, Nevada and Ohio. Currently there are 30 states and territories are the travel advisory list. 

Visitors coming from AL, AK, AR, DE, FL, GA, GU, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, MS, MO, MT, NE, NC, ND, OK, PR, SC, SD, TN, TX, ...

TRENTON, NJ -- NJ Health Commissioner Judy Persichilli today, during the governor's COVID-19 press briefing, warned of a possible “twin-demic” this year during flu season and urged New Jerseyans to get their flu shots.  

“As we enter the fall season, we are also moving into the flu season. This year we are preparing for the possibility of a twin-demic,” ...

Gov. Phil Murphy wants to borrow $4 billion. Lawmakers point to revenue forecasts saying more money may be coming than he expects.

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Just how much New Jersey will borrow to prop up the ...

NEW JERSEY - Governor Murphy today signed legislation (A4486) and (A4520) which aims at reducing wait times and allowing certain populations access to the Motor Vehicle Commission.

“The temporary, but necessary closure of our MVC facilities earlier this year has resulted in an undeniable burden on many residents,” said Governor Murphy. “Under the ...

NEWARK, NJ — Job seekers in New Jersey have a few more options as of Monday — more than 6,000, to be exact, in light of Amazon’s North American hiring expansion. 

The e-commerce company announced it’s adding 100,000 new full and part-time jobs across its operations in the United States and Canada, meaning sites in New Jersey will be adding 6,400 jobs.

“New ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Century 21 Department Store, located on the Morristown Green will be closing their doors, announced the company in a press release. Thirteen stores across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Florida will go out of business after 60 years. Prior to Century 21, the location was home to Macy's 

The plan to shut down all 13 stores comes after the nonpayment ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Have you been interested in serving on a Morristown Board or Commission? The Town of Morristown has several vacancies that they are looking to fill.

The following vacancies are available:

Environmental Commission (mayoral appointment)
Historic Preservation Commission (mayoral appointment)
Housing Authority (council appointment)
Rent Leveling Board (council ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Morristown restaurants will join other New Jersey restaurants in opening their doors as Governor Murphy has officially allowed them to permit indoor dining as of Sept. 4.

Restaurants had to make a lot of changes when things shut down in March and then re-opened in June for outdoor dining, and this is no different. But small businesses are learning to roll with ...

While the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact our communities, physical distancing remains the order of the day — especially for older adults.

But socializing is a basic human need, and studies show it contributes to better physical and emotional health. Isolation, on the other hand, is linked to depression, anxiety, cognitive decline, a weakened immune system, and high blood pressure, ...

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey will offer the opioid overdose reversal drug naloxone (commonly called Narcan) for free to residents at participating pharmacies throughout New Jersey from Sept. 24-26, announced the NJ Department of Human Services.

New Jerseyans can visit participating pharmacies and anonymously obtain naloxone for free with no prescription and no appointment, they said.

Clinical Contributors to this Story:

John Sensakovic, M.D. contributes to topics such as Infectious Diseases.

After you return home from your weekly supermarket run, do you throw what you wore straight into the laundry machine to avoid picking up the novel coronavirus (COVID-19)? What about after you visit the barber shop? Some people feel calmer and more in control when they remove ...

Good ways to be safe while traveling, grilling or enjoying the beach

PRINCETON, NJ - Labor Day is often viewed as the official end of the summer and many families see it as their last chance to travel and celebrate the end of the season.

Many will hit the road sometime over the three-day holiday weekend. The Red Cross offers these travel highway safety ...

TRENTON, NJ - During his Friday press briefing, Gov. Phil Murphy and Commissioner of the NJ Dept of Health, Judy Persichilli, a woman who needs no introduction, released guidelines for school closures due to COVID-19 outbreaks. 

According to Murphy, as of yesterday, the Department of Education has received 804 school reopening plans from districts, charter schools, and schools for ...

A delicious cake known by many names, Snow Drift cake was initially thought to have similarities to a sponge cake and, later, the Angel Food Cake. Louisa Macculloch’s recipe is similar to the one listed in the 1871 edition of Mrs. Porter’s New Southern Cookery Book for Frugal and Economical except her recipe does not include butter. Angel Food cake is lower in calories ...

KENILWORTH, NJ - Welcome to Cooking in Kenilworth. Each week TAPintoKenilworth will showcase a new recipe. This week is Jaime Smith's Pumpkin Ravioli. 

Submitted By: Jaime Smith

Ravioli with Pumpkin Alfredo Recipe

(Taste and Tell)

Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins Total Time: 30 mins Yield: 4 servings 

Pumpkin, sage, and nutmeg add a warm richness to this Alfredo ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The North Bridge Foundation, in collaboration with Hope One and Navigating Hope will be distributing food for free on September 19 at the Bishop Nazery Way parking lot. The distribution will take place between 10am - 3pm. 

In addition to distributing groceries, produce, dairy and canned goods, the organization will also be giving away 100 backpacks to the first 100 ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  There are a lot of activities happening in and around Morristown this weekend... virtual events, live events and somber remembrances for those lost during the terror attacks. 

Friday September 11

Friday Morning Yoga with Munah Hayes; Morristown Library Lawn; 9:30am

Morris Plains will hold a remembrance ceremony at the 9-11 memorial (live and via live stream); ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Back in June, organizers of the Morristown Festival of Books announced, that due to COVID-19 concerns, this year's event would be canceled.

Organizers did announce the dates for the 2021 event will be October 8 and October 9 of 2021. But, that's a long time from now. So the organizers are planning to host a series of virtual author events and would like the input from ...

RANDOLPH, NJ – Professor Maria Estelle Picouto at County College of Morris (CCM) recently was informed that as an International Latino Book Award finalist she will be receiving the Award for Best Novel Historical Fiction in Spanish for her novel, “Estelita."

The book, which Picouto wrote as a tribute to her mother, also is the recipient of two honors from the Luis Munoz Marin ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - How do you put on a concert in the age of Covid-10 with musicians--most playing wind instruments--wearing face masks?

That was the predicament faced by the non-profit Hanover Wind Symphony (HWS) in preparing for their outdoor summer gazebo concert, called "America Strong!" in August at Ginty Field in Morris Township.

In response to ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morris County residents are invited to join in the 19th observance of the September 11, 201 terrorist attacks against our nation. The observance will honor all those who died in the terrorist attacks of 9/11 in New York, Pennsylvania and at the Pentagon, with a special emphasis on the Morris County victims. The observance will take place on Sunday September 13. The ceremony ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - It has been two years since Harding resident and Atlantic Health EMS employee, Reid Cappel, turned to the community to ask for help in finding him a kidney donor. 

As of today, Cappel is still in need of a donor. Please fill out the referral form to get started on the process and be sure to include donor for Reid Cappel on the form. You could be the one to save his ...

JCP&L Donates More Than 83,000 Pounds of Food to Local Food Banks and Religious Organizations Following Tropical Storm Isaias

Contributions from JCP&L and FirstEnergy Foundation will support communities in New Jersey and Pennsylvania

Morristown, N.J. – Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE), recently ...

NEW JERSEY: If you were awake or awakened at 2 a.m today 9/9, by something that felt like an earthquake. Well, it was: A 3.1 magnitude earthquake was detected by the United States Geological Survey at a depth of 5 kilometers. It was 2km S.E. of Freehold NJ. Many NJ residents began posting on social media asking, "Has anyone else felt the earth move?"... Indeed, they did.

PARSIPPANY, NJ – A hazardous waste drop-off events will be held on Sept. 12 at the Public Safety Training Academy from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

SPECIAL COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS:

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, all participants dropping off household hazardous materials must wear face coverings, keep their vehicle windows closed, and stay in their vehicles for the duration of the event.

The MUA ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ — As if 2020 hadn't already brought enough to worry about, an invasive pest may be moving into our area. The spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect known for its distinct pattern has been spotted in Springfield and confirmed by the township's department of public works, according to a post on the township website.

Another sighting was also confirmed in nearby ...

Long-term slowdown in land development could be derailed by exodus to suburbs

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New data confirms that New Jersey has recently been using a lot less land for new development than it did 20 ...

Why utilizing professional help makes all the difference

If you’re thinking about selling your house and moving to a maintenance-free community like Lantern Hill, it’s not too late to take action. According to real estate experts, summer is the busiest time in the real estate industry. And it's even busier this year in New Jersey with limited inventory on the market and ...

NEW VERNON, NJ - Aside from music concerts and your favorite restaurants, there are other reasons to escape the confines of your home during a pandemic, while still respecting social distancing standards. Community members are invited to attend the house tour of Tyvan Hill Mansion, located at 579 Ban Beuren Road. 

Splendor in September, which was renamed from Mansion in May due ...

UNION, NJ – Five Union firefighters were sworn into their new roles within the department Monday night in an outdoor ceremony in front of fire department headquarters.  Promoted to the rank of lieutenant were:

Lieutenant Edward J. Collins
Lieutenant Frank Manzo
Lieutenant Helmut Krauth
Lieutenant William Votapek
Lieutenant Daniel Roman

“Public safety is at the ...

MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ -  Morris Township Police are reminding residents to lock their doors at night.

According to police, there was a vehicle stolen from Overlook Road on Saturday evening. The keys were left inside the vehicle, they said. In a seperate incident Saturday evening, there was an attempted theft from Bedford Place.

"Residents must lock there vehicle doors, remove keys ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - A second alarm fire is being reported at Keats Way in Morristown, according to a BNN report.

Possible delays on Route 202. Avoid the area if possible. 

Read More: 2 Morristown High School Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semi-Finalists

Read More:Morristown's Century 21 Will Close; Parent Company Set to Close Stores After 60 ...

TRENTON –Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal today announced that nine individuals have been charged with conspiring to use stolen identities to obtain New Jersey digital driver’s licenses which they used to fraudulently purchase and finance motor vehicles and watercrafts worth more than $1.3 million at dealerships in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York, Connecticut, and ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Morris County Board of Freeholders has applauded the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Law Enforcement for achieving national reaccreditation, a demanding process that measures compliance with the most advanced standards on policy, procedures, operations, training, administration and support services.

The prestigious, advanced reaccreditation by the Commission ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  Wayna McHenry (19) and Alakir Wardlaw (20) have been sentenced in connection with a motor vehcile chase that occurred on June 13, 2019 in Denville, announced Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Morris County Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker, and Denville Township Police Chief Frank Perna.

According to officials, McHenry with a last known ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ - Chabad of SE Morris County will be hosting both indoor and outdoor social distanced  High Holiday services that are open to all. Masks will be required at all times. Services will be held at The Madison Hotel 1 Convent Road in Convent Station.

Services are open to the entire community, with both Hebrew and English prayers, a friendly and welcoming environment, and a ...

NEW PROVIDENCE, NJ - Many are mourning the death of Msgr. William Harms, former pastor of the Parish Community of St. Helen in Westfield, from 2000-2011, died Aug. 27, 2020, at Our Lady of Peace Rectory in New Providence, at the age of 80.

Msgr. William Harms was remembered for bringing the Archdiocese of Newark together. Over 30 priests and bishops joined Cardinal Joseph ...

MORRISTOWN, NJ -  The November election is less than 50 days away. All registered voters will be mailed a Mail-In Ballot. Voters can either mail back the ballot, drop it off at a polling location or drop it off at one of the drop boxes.

Currently there are five vote by mail drop boxes in Morris County: 

Morris County Administration & Records Building 10 Court Street, ...

NJ 11th for Change is pleased to announce its endorsements for the November 2020 election

Amaro envisions a time when constituents will have a greater opportunity to communicate with county government, and she is committed to holding the governing body accountable to the voters for their disbursal of funding to county projects. She has stated, “I firmly commit to regular, ...