Morristown Top Stories
By FRED J. AUN
February 20, 2026
ROXBURY, NJ - Following a day filled with scrambling for facts by Roxbury officials, reporters and concerned people, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Wednesday evening said it has not struck a deal with the owners of a Roxbury warehouse. It said an article that claimed it had ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — The St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Morris County will return to Morristown on Saturday, March 14, 2026, stepping off at 12:00 noon and continuing a tradition rooted in local history, Irish culture, and decades of community celebration.Organizers say the annual parade is designed as a ...
The FIFA Fan Festival™ NYNJ that was set to celebrate World Cup over several weeks at Liberty State Park in Jersey City has been canceled. Instead, Governor Mikie Sherrill has launched a new $5 million initiative to support communities across the state in creating fan experiences throughout the ...
For many longtime New Jersey residents, rising property taxes can make it hard to stay in the homes and neighborhoods they love. But a new state program—Stay NJ—aims to offer meaningful financial relief to eligible seniors beginning in 2026.This new statewide property tax relief program is designed ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Community members are being invited to help protect one of Morris County’s most important natural resources during the 2026 Whippany River Clean Up, scheduled for Saturday, March 21, in Morristown.The annual clean-up effort is organized by the Whippany River Watershed Action ...
MADISON, NJ — With prom season approaching, the Thursday Morning Club is inviting area high school students to shop its Annual Prom Boutique.The Prom Boutique will be open on Friday, February 20, from 3 to 8 p.m., and Saturday, February 21, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Organizers said all area high ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Families in Morristown are invited to celebrate the season at the annual Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Morristown Recreation on Saturday, March 28, at Lidgerwood Park.The free community event will begin at 10 a.m. and is open exclusively to Morristown residents with children ages 3 ...
BRIDGEWATER, NJ – Prompted by the deaths of more than 1,000 wild birds in several New Jersey counties in less than a week, the Somerset County Park Commission is temporarily closing portions of two parks, the Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge and portions of Duke Island Park in ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ — Morristown girls ice hockey got a five-goal eruption from Eloise Downes, but a fast start and balanced scoring from Hoboken proved too much to overcome as the Colonials dropped an 11-5 decision in the Annis Cup Final. Downes accounted for all five Morristown goals, giving the ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Morristown boys basketball kept pace through the opening half Thursday night but could not slow a balanced Immaculata attack in an 86–67 loss on Feb. 19.Morristown (15-11) trailed just 46–40 at halftime after competitive first and second quarters, scoring 21 points in the opening ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - From championship matchups and live theater to museum programs, concerts, and community celebrations, our area is packed with things to do this weekend. Residents can catch everything from high-stakes high school sports and Lenten organ recitals to book sales, winter markets, ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Three Morris County municipal leaders who regularly collaborate on countywide and local initiatives were nominated and elected to the top three executive positions within the Morris County League of Municipalities during the organization’s Feb. 18 meeting at Birchwood Manor.The ...
“The strongest leadership outcomes don’t come from having all the answers—they come from the ability to truly listen,” says Bisrat Mekbeb, Director of HR at Ariel Investments and a volunteer Listener and Caring Contact Board Member.It’s a simple idea, but a powerful one. In workplaces, families, ...
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ - The Town of Phillipsburg continues to prioritize resident safety following a roadway collapse and multiple sinkholes at the intersection of Summit Avenue and Lewis Street.On Tuesday, Feb. 17, the Town declared a State of Local Emergency in response to several sinkholes that have ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — Families looking to connect with local support services are invited to attend a Community Resources Fair on Tuesday, March 18, hosted by the Morris School District Multilingual Outreach Team.The event will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria at Morristown High School, located at ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Morris Educational Foundation has announced an accomplished panel of judges for the 19th annual Morristown ONSTAGE, its signature talent fundraiser celebrating amateur performers from the Greater Morristown area and beyond.Set for Tuesday, Feb. 24, the event will take place ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Morristown Town Council meeting opened with heartfelt recognitions and closed with forward-looking environmental policy, highlighting both the people who serve the community and initiatives shaping its future.Recreation coordinator recognized with statewide honorMayor Timothy ...
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — The Morristown boys ice hockey team's offense erupted for nine goals over the final two periods as the Colonials rolled past Clifton, 10-3, on Wednesday, Feb. 18.The teams were tied 1-1 after the opening period, but Morristown broke the game open with a four-goal second and kept ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Morristown girls ice hockey team has received the No. 13 seed in the 2026 NJSIAA Girls Ice Hockey Tournament. The Colonials will face No. 4 seed Kent Place in the First Round of the Tournament.The brackets and matchups are as follows: No. 1 seed Morristown Beard (bye)No. 3 ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
ROXBURY, NJ - Following a day filled with scrambling for facts by Roxbury officials, reporters and concerned people, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Wednesday evening said it has not struck a deal with the owners of a Roxbury warehouse. It said an article that claimed it had ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Families looking to gear up for spring baseball and softball season will have a chance to pick up “new-to-you” equipment at no cost during an upcoming MALL (Morristown Area Little League) Baseball/Softball Equipment Swap.The swap is scheduled for Saturday, Feb. 28, from 10 ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - — While Valentine’s Day may have passed, local State Farm agent Teri DiGrande is reminding residents that caring for loved ones goes far beyond cards, flowers, and chocolates.DiGrande described February as her unofficial “Insure Your Love” month, urging individuals and families ...
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Township of Morris Committee will meet Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, with a 5 p.m. closed session followed by a 7 p.m. public meeting at the municipal building, 50 Woodland Ave. Residents may attend in person or participate remotely via Zoom.The committee will issue a 2026 ...
Whippany, NJ — The Calais Method, a first-of-its-kind framework for bringing animal assisted interventions into educational environments, is now available as a self-paced eLearning course designed for educators, administrators, clinicians, and certified therapy dog handlers. Developed by The Calais ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Morristown High School boys ice hockey team has received the No. 5 seed in the NJSIAA Boys Ice Hockey - North, Public Tournament. The Colonials will take on No. 12 seed Madison in the First Round.The matchups and rounds are as follows: No. 1 seed Ridgewood vs No. 16 seed ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Today, Wednesday, Feb. 18, 2026, is Ash Wednesday, the day that begins Lent for millions of Christians around the world.Marked by a simple cross of ashes on the forehead, Ash Wednesday is both a public sign of faith and a deeply personal invitation: to pause, reflect, and reset ...
NEW JERSEY — Muslims across New Jersey and around the world are welcoming the start of Ramadan 2026, a sacred month in Islam centered on fasting, worship, reflection and charitable giving.In the United States, Ramadan is expected to begin at sunset Tuesday, Feb. 17, with the first full day of ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — As winter temperatures continue to threaten vulnerable residents, Operation Chill Out is once again carrying out its annual cold-weather outreach, delivering essential supplies to people experiencing homelessness across the region.Each year, Operation Chill Out conducts a winter ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Table of Hope is offering their free weekly food distributions. A free food distribution will take place in Morristown on Thursday February 19 from 1pm - 2pm at Bishop Nazery Way (59 Spring Street in Morristown). An additional food distribution will take place on Friday February 20 ...