Parsippany, NJ|News|
July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Parsippany
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Parsippany.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
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|
July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Morristown
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Morristown.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Mendham
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Mendham.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Chester
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Chester.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Revolutionary War Icon To Return To Morristown After 200 Years
American Revolution General Marquis de Lafayette is getting quite the welcome back party since his last Morristown visit 200 years ago.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Officials Warn Graduation Attendees Of Heat Advisory, Extremely High Temps Expected
Officials are urging attendees to consider different viewing options following a "mass casualty event" at Paterson's graduation ceremony.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
160+ Sickened By Heat, Shutting Down NJ Graduation Ceremony, State Of Emergency Declared, Reports Say
Around 160 students and attendees required medical assistance due to the heat, according to reports.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham/Chester Governments Awarded Several Recreation Grants
The three governments received a total of $265,000 in grant funds.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Police Dept. Responds To Racial Profiling Rumors
Parsippany Police Department's Internal Affairs Unit used body-camera footage, GPS, and other resources to investigate the complaint.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Iran Conflict Pushes ‘Heightened Vigilance’ Call For Morris County
Morris County Prosecutor asks for "your heightened vigilance during this period of escalated risk," following Iran's threat of retaliation.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
West Morris Regional High School District Secures $86K Recreation Grant
The grant comes from a $20 million project from the NJ Department of Community Affairs
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Felon Admits To Several Drug And Gun Charges
This case is part of "Operation Take Back America," a DOJ initiative to quell illegal immigration, crack down on drug cartels, and more.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Morris County Extreme Heat Warning: Dangerously High Temps Incoming
Cooling centers are available to residents without access to air conditioning.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Passaic Man Put In Chokehold By Cop For Spitting On The Ground, Lawsuit Says
Plaintiff Jesse Velez's lawsuit highlights 30 legal claims against Passaic City and its police department following his arrest.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
Washington Twp. Committee To Discuss Affordable Housing Following Redevelopment Approval
The meeting is slated for next week.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Twp Middle School Ranked 5th Best Middle School in NJ: U.S. News
U.S. News gave Mendham Township Middle School an overall rating of 99.44 out of 100.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Billy Club Found In Morristown Man's Possession After DUI Stop: Police
Possessing a billy club, or nightstick, is prohibited outside of a law enforcement capacity according to state law.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany BOE Appoints New Superintendent Of Schools
Dr. Karen Chase formerly worked as Superintendent for the Branchburg Township School District.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
I-80 To Fully Reopen Earlier Than Expected: See When
Eastbound lanes are expected to shut down overnight before the full reopening.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Morristown Homicide Update: 2 Arrested, Victim Identified
The two arrested are accused of not helping the murder victim, according to police.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
