Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
“Unity In The Community”: Morris Township’s 2025 Pride Fest Underway
Participants can expect guest speakers, live entertainment, and local vendors.
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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Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Teen Honored For Spearheading Intergenerational Effort
The Wayne Hills High School senior was recently honored for her outstanding work in an intergenerational effort.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany School District Honored For Outstanding Music Education
The school district has been consecutively recognized every year since 2017.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
West Morris High School District Honored For Outstanding Music Ed.
The school district has been consecutively recognized every year since 2019.
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Hackettstown, NJ|News|
East Orange Man Shot And Killed After 911 Break-In Call
The 911 caller and the person trying to break into the home knew each other, police say.
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Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
The Pompton Valley Rail Trail: Dual-County Path Unveiled
The Pompton Valley Rail Trail is now the longest bike and pedestrian trail maintained by the Morris County Park Commission.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Former Mount Arlington Councilman Admits To Accepting Bribe
Former councilman John S. Windish accepted an unlawful several thousand dollars during his reelection campaign in 2018.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Passaic County Nurse Fired Over Pro-Palestine Speech, Lawsuit Says
"I was terminated, subjected to a hostile environment, and retaliated against,” says plaintiff.
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Morristown|News|
Early Voting In Morris County: Here’s What You Need To Know
Morris County voters have a number of different options for early voting in the 2025 Primary Election.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Local Italian Restaurant Vandalized, Police Seek Public’s Help
The three suspects were seen driving away in a dark colored sedan, police said.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Adult Pickleball Program To Launch In Long Valley This Summer
The five-week program welcomes both beginner and advanced players.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Local Teacher Presents At Science Conference In Philadelphia
“Science is being taught very differently than when many adults went to school."
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Couple Who Cashed Out On Phony COVID-19 Relief Loans Sentenced
The Sparta Township couple used phony companies to cash out on small business relief loans.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
Child Predator Found Guilty After Trying to Lure Kids to Boonton
Brian Stewart, of Clifton, was found guilty after a three-day trial.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Water-Use Restrictions: Here's When You Can Water Your Lawn
In an effort to conserve water, Parsippany-Troy Hills has issued water-use regulations this summer.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
Explore Complexities Of Suburban NJ in Local Author's New Book
Morris Township resident Mark Ehrenkranz discusses suburbia, substance abuse, and the film industry in his first published memoir.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Passaic County Jail Guard Admits He Beat Detainee, Attempted Cover-Up
Sergeant Donald Vinales faces up to 30 years in prison and up to $500,000 in fines.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Man Accused Of Creating Child Porn: PO
Axel Palomares, a St. Thomas Aquinas teacher, faces several charges.
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Morristown|News|
Two I-80 Westbound Lanes to Reopen This Week: NJDOT
Traffic to resume after months of construction.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Township Woman Admits To Sexually Exploiting 4-Year-Old
"There are truly no words to describe how grotesque the behavior in this case is," said an official.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
