Wayne, NJ|News|
2 NJ Cops Save Woman Trapped In Burning Home, Both Hospitalized
One of the police officers is in "more serious" condition, according to the local mayor.
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|
New 2-Story Mosque Could Sit On 10-Acre Wayne Plot
A religious nonprofit purchased the ten-acre plot last year and is moving forward with its plans to build a new mosque.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Tree Lighting, Winterfest, More: Parsippany Holiday Events
Several holiday events are returning to Parsippany this season.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
Rabid Raccoon Fights With 2 Dogs In Long Valley
This is the second rabid raccoon found in the area this year, according to local health officials.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Man Who Trashed NJ’s Top Prosecutor’s Office Caught After Manhunt, FBI Says
Keith Michael Lisa faces several charges for ransacking the office of President Trump's former attorney, FBI officials said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Jefferson, NJ|News|
Flames Damage Historic Morris Co. Mansion Built By Circus Pioneer
The historic structure was built more than 100 years ago.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Morris Co. Drug Raid Across 2 Towns Ends With 3 Men Arrested: Cops
Loads of drugs, guns, and dollars were found across several properties and cars related to the county-wide drug ring, police said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Mayoral Race Swing: Here’s What Happened
Here's a hint: provisional ballots. But how do they work?
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
Giving Tuesday: Long Valley Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Here are five local nonprofits that could benefit from your help this holiday season.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
He Was Denied Entry With A Bat. So He Ransacked Trump’s Controversial NJ Attorney’s Office By Hand
The suspect tried to enter the Newark office with a baseball bat before returning later and ransacking the place, one report says.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Morristown|News|
Maryland Man Sent Nude Pics To NJ Cop Posing As 13-Year-Old: Prosecutors
The accused is being extradited to New Jersey to await court proceedings.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Baby Formula Recall Reminder From Chester Health Officials
At least one reported illness in New Jersey is linked to the contaminated baby formula, according to health experts.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Woman Bit, Spat On Cop During Arrest, Police Said
The woman was wanted on several criminal warrants before the altercation, officials said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Woman Bites, Spits On Cop During Arrest Outside Wayne Hotel: Police
The woman was wanted on several criminal warrants before the altercation, officials said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Morris Co. Man Among 14 Busted In Mob-Tied Gambling Ring, Officials Say
The Morris County man acted as a "high-level agent" in the enterprise, running his own sports books, officials said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Randolph, NJ|News|
NJ Author Talks Parallels Between His Mt. Everest Trek And Business
"The trek didn’t change who I was; it revealed who I had become,” he says.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Giving Tuesday: Mendham-Chester Nonprofits That Could Use Your Help
Here are five local nonprofits that could benefit from your help this holiday season.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Car Thief Nabbed, Police Say
The suspect is accused of stealing a truck and burglarizing other cars in the area, police said.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Trump's Controversial NJ Prosecutor Confronted, Office Ransacked, U.S. Attorney General Says
U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi indicated that the suspect has not yet been found.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
NJ Election Fallout: GOP Licks Wounds As Dems Look To Fulfill Affordability Promises
A five-county election swing in New Jersey has eyes pointed at Democrats to deliver.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
