Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
Bergen Co. Man Sexually Assaulted Girl, 9, In Classroom, Prosecutor's Say
The man works as a teacher in Passaic County and is accused of sexually assaulting one of his students.
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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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Wayne, NJ|News|
NJ Teacher Sexually Assaulted 9-Year-Old Student In Classroom, Prosecutors Say
Paul Yang is listed as a fourth-grade teacher, according to the school district's website.
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East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Months After Injury, Morris Co. Firefighter, EMT Welcomed Home With Open Arms
After undergoing months of rehabilitation, the fireman and EMT has finally returned home.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Bagel Shop, Yoga Studio, And 5 More Businesses Coming To Parsippany’s District 15Fifteen
Seven more businesses have been confirmed to occupy part of Parsippany's major upcoming residential/commercial space.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
Entrepreneurial Middle Schoolers To Set Up Shop At Long Valley Holiday Market
More than 150 booths run by young entrepreneurs will be offering unique holiday gift ideas.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
NJ Man Torches Home Injuring Firefighter, Killing 3 Pets, Cops Say
Police say Samuel Kirkpatrick set his home on fire intentionally.
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Morristown|News|
Auditions For Morristown’s Talent Showcase Coming Soon
Two finalists will be given a $1,000 prize each following the fundraiser talent show.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Car Crash Kills Pedestrian Removing Branch From NJ Road, Family Sues Driver
They are also suing the driver's insurance company for having "destroyed evidence," according to the suit.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
4-Year-Old Dies In North Jersey, Cops Say
The child was in need of a "medical assist" before they died, officials said.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Man Celebrates 100th Birthday, Honored By Officials
State and local officials issued a proclamation for the man's milestone celebration.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Gun-Toting Driver Points Pistol In NJ Road Rage Incident, Cops Say
A child was involved in the encounter, charges indicate.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
NJ Gas Prices To Jump Again: Here’s How Much And When
Gasoline prices have been steadily climbing since 2023, according to state data.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Loose NJ Pitbull Shot In The Head On Thanksgiving Day, Cops Say
The dog's owner said that Boe was not attacking or biting anyone at the time of the shooting.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Chester First Aid Squad’s Structure Remodel Proposal Decided
The proposed model would bill residents who receive assistance from the first aid squad.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
NJ School Librarian Was Ostracized, Fired Over Crime He Didn’t Commit, Lawsuit Says
After serving nearly a decade in prison as an innocent man, Jabir Nash claims he was fired for a crime he was exonerated of.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
School Bus Hits, Injures Woman In Passaic County
The school bus had passengers in it, authorities said.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Football Field To Become An Encampment For A Cause
Around 100 people will be sleeping in the cold on Morristown High School's Football Field this weekend. Find out why:
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East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
2 Men Caught Getting High On NJ School Bus, Cops Say
The duo was in possession of 30 different kinds of drugs while on the bus, according to authorities.
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Morristown|News|
School Delays, Closures in Morris County Due To Snow
Many schools in Morris County are closed on Tuesday, with some operating on a delayed opening schedule.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Holiday Lights, Festivals And Celebrations Fill The Long Valley Calendar
There are several local holiday celebrations slated for this month.
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