$6M Bond Ordinance Addressed By Chatham Mayor: Around Chatham

CHATHAM, NJ — Patch reviews this past week's top stories around Chatham.

Students Receive National Merit Scholarship Recognition In Chatham

Doug Walker, principal of Chatham High School, announced that 17 seniors have been named commended students in the National Merit Scholarship Program for 2023.

Increased Funding For Post Office Plaza Addressed By Chatham Mayor

Mayor Thaddeus Kobylarz spoke out in response to questions and concerns about the recent approval of a $6 million bond ordinance for the Post Office Plaza redevelopment project.

Historic Chatham Schoolhouse Awarded $266K For Preservation Work

The township’s historic Red Brick Schoolhouse, also known as the Mount Vernon School, is among projects throughout the state expected to share $15.8 million in grants from the Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund.

Red Bulls Re-Sign Soccer Academy Alumnus From Chatham

John Tolkin, a native of Chatham, has been signed by the New York Red Bulls to a fresh MLS deal, the team revealed today. Tolkin has agreed to a new four-year deal with an option for an additional year in 2027.

Muslim Police Chief Claims Years Of Discrimination In Morris Co.

A Muslim police chief in Morris County plans to sue the township where he works, alleging harassment and a hostile work environment.

Brewery In Morristown Named Among Best In New Jersey
Glenbrook Brewery was named among the top 100 breweries in the state by Brewery Star. The entertainment and local travel website uses publicly available beer and venue ratings to rank the breweries.

New Korean Barbecue Restaurant Officially Open In Morris Plains
There's a new Asian restaurant in the area. Woodam Korean BBQ marked its grand opening this past month. Woodam Korean BBQ, located at 650 Speedwell Avenue in Morris Plains, offers customers the opportunity to cook their own meats and seafood on a flaming smokeless grill.

Animals Displaced After Hurricane Ian Find Shelter In Morris Co.
In the aftermath of Hurricane Ian, more than 100 shelter pets from Florida have been airlifted to Morristown and taken to a Madison shelter.

Ex-Cop Found Guilty Of Murdering His Wife In Morris Co.: Reports
A jury found Lt. John Formisano guilty in the fatal shooting of his estranged wife, Christie Solaro.