Morristown Top Stories
By TAPINTO MORRISTOWN STAFF
May 26, 2026
MORRIS TOWNSHIP, NJ - The Morris Township Committee recognized local preservation efforts, approved a series of capital improvement ordinances, and heard extensive public comment regarding gas-powered leaf blowers during its May 20 meeting.Mayor Donna Guariglia opened the meeting by noting that ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Here's what's happening in and around town this week; Monday May 25 - Friday May 29MONDAY MAY 25 (MEMORIAL DAY)TUESDAY MAY 26Morris Township Senior Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting; Municipal Building; 2pmNJSIAA Boys Tennis- Morristown vs Bergen County Technical at Bergen Tech; ...
TRENTON – Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today announced key measures the Department of Law and Public Safety (LPS) is taking to help ensure a safe and fair 2026 primary election. The Department’s efforts to protect the right to vote will once again include a Voter Protection Initiative to ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Early voting for the 2026 Primary Election will take place on Tuesday May 26 through Sunday May 31. The Primary Election will take place on June 2, 2026.Hours:Tuesday through Saturday: 10am - 8pmSunday: 10am - 6pmEarly voting locations can be found below: Boonton Township ...
NEWARK — Gov. Mikie Sherrill wants federal authorities to allow state inspections at Delaney Hall after roughly 300 immigrant detainees went on a Memorial Day weekend hunger strike to protest its reportedly deplorable, inhumane conditions.“I’m deeply disturbed by reports of the poor conditions at ...
The Back Deck concert series returns with an electrifying 2026 lineup that transforms summer nights into unforgettable celebrations of jazz, classical, soul, and gospel under the stars. Developed by Producer Gregory Burrus, this year’s lineup brings together Grammy winners, internationally ...
MORRISTOWN- It started with a dream to produce exceptional, award-winning wines in a place where the ground is fertile, and the trees are so tall they almost reach heaven.The dream has come to fruition: the winery is Wentworth Vineyards in California. The vintner, Mark Wentworth, introduced himself ...
NEW PROVIDENCE, N.J. — The room was full. The music was familiar. And by the time the first notes rang out, so were the smiles.The Lantern Hill Singers recently performed their spring concert for a packed room of residents and family members at Lantern Hill, a senior living community in New ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Memorial Day week is expected to begin with lingering showers and cloudy skies before a stretch of warmer, sunnier weather settles into Morirs County later in the week, according to AccuWeather forecasts.Residents planning Memorial Day parades, barbecues, or outdoor gatherings ...
On this day and always, we honor the memory of our fallen heroes and express our gratitude for their service
NUTLEY, NJ - Amrou Ibrahim has been released from Israeli custody and is currently receiving medical treatment according to the New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ). Ibrahim is a Nutley resident who was among scores of activists who were attempting to deliver ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Memorial Day is Monday, May 25, and it's a day off for many, including local students.Closures on Memorial Day:Morristown Town Hall is closedMorris Township Municipal Building is closedBorough of Morris Plains Municipal Offices are closedNo Garbage or Appliance Collection in ...
NEW JERSEY — While communities across the Garden State will honor fallen soldiers at ceremonies on Memorial Day, New Jersey ranks among the bottom five states for military retirees, according to a new 2026 report released by WalletHub.The study, released in recognition of Military Appreciation ...
NUTLEY, NJ - CAIR-NJ is demanding the release of a local resident who was detained by Israeli forces while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The New Jersey chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NJ) demands the immediate release of New Jersey resident and ...
Whippany, NJ, May 22, 2026 — The Calais Foundation is proud to announce that its 2026 Gala Honorees have received formal recognition from New Jersey state leadership, including personalized letters and a Joint Legislative Resolution certificate acknowledging their outstanding contributions to ...
WASHINGTON, — For many Americans, the summer grilling and travel season begins this upcoming weekend. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) wants to make sure you and your family avoid food poisoning this summer. An estimated 128,000 Americans are ...
NEW JERSEY- The Morristown boys lacrosse team has received the No. 10 spot in the upcoming NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 4 Boys Lacrosse Tournament. The Colonials will face No. 7 seed Hunterdon Central in the First Round.The seeds and match-ups for the First Round are:No. 1 seed Ridgewood vs No. 16 ...
NEW JERSEY- The Morristown girls lacrosse team has received the No. 1 spot in the upcoming NJSIAA North Jersey, Group 4 Girls Lacrosse Tournament. The Colonials received a bye in the First Round and will play the winner of No. 8 vs. No. 9 seeds.The seeds and match-ups for the First Round are:No. 1 ...
Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup sold in New Jersey and several other states has been recalled because it may contain undeclared shrimp, according to an announcement from Kettle Cuisine of Lynn, Massachusetts.The recall affects 24-ounce containers of the soup distributed to Whole Foods ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - Morris Plains officials are reminding residents that parking restrictions and road closures will be in place Saturday, May 23, for the borough’s annual Memorial Day Parade.To help ensure a safe and smooth parade route, no parking will be permitted beginning at 6 a.m. on several ...
PARSIPPANY, NJ - Morristown softball continued its strong season Wednesday with a 10-0 shutout victory over Parsippany Hills behind a dominant performance from pitcher Erin Murphy and a 15-hit offensive attack.Morristown scored three runs in the second inning, two more in the third and added ...
NEW JERSEY- The Morristown baseball team has received the No. 6 seed in the NJSIAA 2026 North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 Baseball Tournament. The Colonials will face No. 11 seed Montclair in the First Round.First Round Matchups are as follows: No. 1 seed Passaic Tech vs No. 16 seed MemorialNo. 2 ...
NEW JERSEY- The Morristown softball team has received the No. 3 seed in the NJSIAA 2026 North Jersey, Section 1, Group 4 Softball Tournament. The Colonials will face No. 14 seed Union City in the First Round.First Round Matchups are as follows: No. 1 seed Morris Knolls vs No. 16 seed HackensackNo.
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Nine local veterans were honored with Morris County Distinguished Military Service Medals during the annual Memorial Day Observance on Wednesday, May 20, outside the Morris County Courthouse in Morristown.The ceremony also included a special tribute to Continental Army soldiers who ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The Rotary Club of Morristown will host a free Repair Café on Saturday, May 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Morristown Presbyterian Church Parish House, 65 South Street.The event offers free repairs for everyday household items that residents might otherwise throw away. Donations ...
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - As Memorial Day weekend approaches, communities across Morris County are preparing for a full slate of ceremonies, parades, festivals, museum exhibits, theater performances, and family-friendly activities. From solemn tributes honoring veterans to concerts, planetarium shows, ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ – Highlighting the strength of its leadership team, Atlantic Health today announced the following updates to its senior executive structure:Maureen Schneider, PhD, MBA, RN, FACHE, Senior Vice President, Atlantic Health, will transition from President, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical ...
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ - The Morris Plains Borough Council is scheduled to meet Thursday, May 21, with several community-related items on the agenda, including a resolution supporting LGBTQ+ Pride Month, approvals tied to upcoming local events, and summer recreation staffing.Council members are expected ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown boys golf finished 10th at the NJAC Championships on Wednesday, May 20, shooting a 343 in the 18-hole stroke-play event.The Colonials, who entered the tournament at 7-10, finished in a field led by Delbarton, Chatham and Madison. Delbarton won the NJAC title with a 310, ...
MORRISTOWN, NJ - Morristown baseball powered past Morris Hills, 12-4, on Wednesday, May 20, using a seven-run fifth inning to break open the game.Morristown jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first inning before Morris Hills answered with three runs in the bottom half. The Colonials went back in front ...