Long Valley, NJ|News|
20-Year-Old Stole $500 Worth Of Legos From Target, Washington Twp. Cops Say
The Lego theft is just one instance of an issue plaguing Target stores across the nation.
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Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
- Morristown, NJ
Hi! I'm Jack Slocum, and I am a local editor for Patch.com, covering primarily Morristown, Mendham/Chester, Long Valley, Parsippany, and Wayne. My email is jack.slocum@patch.com, and I am open to any questions, concerns, or news tips you might have for me. I have been a dedicated journalist for the last five years and am proud to help you stay in the loop. I graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2021 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism. When I'm not writing or out in the field, you can find me playing my guitar, cooking in the kitchen, or (rather poorly) swinging a golf club.
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Morristown|News|
ICE Investigation Ended In Car Chase Through Affluent NJ Neighborhoods, Police Say
Local law enforcement was not involved with the investigation or the subsequent car chase, according to authorities.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Newly Appointed Member Joins Parsippany Board of Education
The new appointee was sworn in last week and will serve on the board until 2027.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Continues To Fight Off Invasive Plants Near Local Brook
A third spraying of invasive plants will take place this week in an effort to restore the area around the brook.
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Morristown|News|
Historic Clergy Abuse Trial Involving NJ Catholic School Will Begin Next Week
The case is to be NJ's first civil trial involving the Catholic Church, with allegations dating back to the 1970s.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Florida Man Sentenced 6 Years After Fatal Passaic County Car Crash
The Orlando man was traveling 30 miles over the speed limit before the crash, authorities said.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
NJ ANCHOR Tax Rebate Filing Deadline Approaches
While most eligible residents' applications will be auto-filed, there are two deadlines to note for residents filing themselves.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne’s New Superintendent Prepares For 2025-26 School Year
The new superintendent has been preparing for the 2025-26 school year, but not before hosting a special pizza party for his new team.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
This 41-Year-Old Pizzeria Has The Best Slice In NJ, Food Network Says
Food Network selected its favorite pizzerias in each of the 50 states. See which NJ joint made the cut.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Bids Farewell To Beloved Eatery After 20 Years
One customer called the establishment’s closing “a terrific loss for Morristown” on social media.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Parents Plead For District-Run After-School Childcare Program
A petition has been created imploring the Board of Ed. to implement an after-school program that would benefit working parents.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
See Where Parsippany’s High Schools Fell In New Ranking
The ranking was calculated using several factors, including college readiness, test performance, and graduation rate.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
NJ Detective Sues Prosecutor's Office For Gender Discrimination
A 24-year veteran detective of the prosecutor's office says her employer passed her over for promotions in favor of her male colleagues.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Felon Leads Cops On High-Speed Chase Throughout Morris Co., Police Say
The suspect, driving a stolen minivan, damaged several other vehicles during the pursuit, according to authorities.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Residents Continue To Resist 75-Unit Apartment Complex
A nonprofit has filed an appeal against the construction of the apartment complex, 20 percent of which will be affordable housing.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Man Convicted For The Killing Of Passaic Co. Street Vendor
The defendant was found guilty of first-degree murder, among other charges.
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Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
Bickford Theatre Announces ‘All That Jazz’ Collab And More For Fall/Winter Lineup
Several shows, including a special Christmas performance, are slated at the Morris Museum's theatre this season.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Watch NY Jets Fumble Pronunciation Of NJ Town’s Name
The Police Athletic League of Parsippany is headed to a NY Jets game soon, and tickets are still available.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Resident Crowned Miss New Jersey’s Teen 2025
The West Morris Central High School student was recently honored by the Washington Township Committee for her achievements.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Author Blends Fiction, Family History, And A Cause
Jane Loeb Rubin began writing award-winning novels based on her great-grandmother's family after she was diagnosed with cancer in 2009.
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