Top News Stories In Morristown For 2022

MORRISTOWN, NJ — As 2022 has officially come to a close, take a look back at some of the most interesting and widely read stories from Morristown in 2022.

From new businesses to Hollywood movies being filmed in our backyard, here are some of the most important and widely read stories of the year.

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Seth Rogan Movie To Film At Morris County School

Saint Elizabeth University was transformed into a movie set this year, as filming for an upcoming American biographical comedy-drama film, "Dumb Money" continued in New Jersey. The movie, which has a star-studded cast including Seth Rogen, Dane DeHaan, Anthony Ramos, Sebastian Stan, Shailene Woodley and Pete Davidson, spent time this fall filming all around the state.

Jack Black Stops In At Morristown Restaurant

In early 2022 Jack Black ate lunch with family and friends Friday at 1776 by David Burke featuring TopGolf Swing Suite. 1776 by David Burke opened last fall by the Morristown Green, featuring cuisine from its namesake celebrity chef and an entertainment space with virtual simulations of golf, baseball pitching, zombie dodgeball and more games.

Family-Owned Ice Cream Shop Expanding To Morristown

Stack Creamery, based in Westwood, opened its third location at 48 Washington Street, replacing the Postmark. The company, which debuted in 2020, spent time this year working on converting the former coin dealer into its latest outpost, which includes a full commercial kitchen and a customer-serving area.

2 Illegal Weed Dispensaries Raided In Morris County: Prosecutor

The owners and operators of Dirty Jerzy Supplies LLC face several charges for selling recreational cannabis and various THC products in shops around North Jersey, according to authorities.

Barstool Sports' Dave Portnoy Visits Four Morris Co. Pizzerias

Dave Portnoy, the founder of Barstool Sports, has tasted and reviewed countless pizzas. But when he visited Morris County for his "One Bite Pizza Reviews" series, four local shops' pies stood out. Portnoy visited Suvio's Pizzeria & Ristorante in Morristown, Pomodoro Ristorante & Pizzeria, Nicky’s Firehouse Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria and Casa D’Pizza.

Jets Assistant John Benton Gets DUI In Morristown

Jets offensive line coach John Benton was charged with driving under the influence while in Morristown. Police stopped his Lincoln Navigator just before midnight on Interstate 287, according to State Police Tpr. Brandi Slota. Police suspected Benton, 58, was under the influence and arrested him.

Beloved Diner Closes In Morris Co. After More Than A Decade

The Little Food Inn restaurant in Morris County has closed its doors after more than a decade of service, citing industry changes. The cozy restaurant, which is located in Pompton Plains, served comfort food favorites such as chicken soup, burgers, sandwiches and meatloaf, among dozens of other popular options.