Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Sparta Named One Of NJs Safest Towns
Sparta had some of the lowest crime rates in the entire state, according to a new SafeWise study.
Katie Kausch, Patch Staff
Katie Kausch , Patch Staff
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Born and raised in Edison, this NJ native has spent the past three years covering Morris County, and the past year and a half covering Edison and Metuchen. Before joining the Patch team, Katie previously worked at MTV News, Fox 5 New York, and News 12 New Jersey. She is a graduate of Marymount Manhattan College in New York City.
When she's not reporting, Katie enjoys listening to punk rock, checking out the local art scene, and trying new recipes. She's a big Broadway nerd (her favorite show is Dear Evan Hansen) and book worm (Harry Potter is her go-to re-read).
Questions? Tips? Email me at katie.kausch@patch.com
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
6 of NJs Safest Towns Are In Morris County, Study Says
A new study from SafeWise found that six Morris Co. towns were among the 50 safest in the state.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
All The New Stores Coming To Morris Co.: Top Morris Co. News
We know you're busy. Here's a look back at some of the biggest stories in and around Morris County this week.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Deer Hunter Falls Into Sewer Drain: Hackettstown Police
Police say the man was trying to get a deer he had shot when the fall happened.
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Morristown|News|
Man Charged In $40K Jewelry Burglary In Morris Co.
Police say the man will face charges for a string of burglaries in Florida before being tried in Morris County.
Katie Kausch, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Experience What 'Drugged Driving' Feels Like With Mendham Boro PD
MDPB is partnering with Ford to created a simulated "drugged driving" experience for drivers.
Katie Kausch, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Free Pet CPR, First Aid Class Offered In Morris Co.
Do you know what to do if Fido has a medical emergency? Learn at this free class.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Mallory's Army Honored At TLC's Give A Little Awards
In addition to the award, Mallory's Army will receive a $5,000 donation from the network. Watch Carlee Grossman's acceptance speech here.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Free Admission At 25 New Jersey Museums Saturday: See Full List
Snag a free ticket to visit one of these New Jersey museums on Saturday. Here’s how.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Man Sexually Assaulted Teen: Prosecutor
Police say the man was found hiding in a Naughright Road home last week.
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Morristown|News|
Trump Tweets Support Of Webber In NJ-11
This appears to be the first endorsement President Trump has given in the Garden State this election.
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Morristown|News|
Parking Lot Masturbator Wanted By Police In Morris Plains
Police say the man masturbated in the Stop & Shop parking lot this week. Do you recognize him?
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Fall Fest Coming Up In Parsippany
The free fest should be fun for the whole family.
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Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
Trunk Or Treat Postponed 2018 In Morris Twp
The rain has pushed the event back, and cancelled some parts of it.
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Edison-Metuchen, NJ|News|
Watch NJ Train's Open Door While Passing Over Bridge
A video shared by a NJ Transit rider shows a car door wide open, even as the train goes over a bridge. Watch here.
Katie Kausch, Patch Staff
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Coyote Spotted Near Florham Park Elementary School
The children are being kept inside as a precaution, police said.
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Hackettstown, NJ|News|
2 Illegal Taxis Ticketed In Hackettstown: Police
Police have been cracking down on illegal taxis over the past year.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Man Drove Illegal Taxi, Police Say
Police have been cracking down on illegal taxis over the past year.
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Morristown|News|
Morris Co. Asks Supreme Court To Review Historic Grant Ruling
After the State Supreme Court said historic grants couldn't go to churches, the county appealed to the United States Supreme Court.
Katie Kausch, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
$1M In Drugs Hidden In Onion Shipment: Morris Co. Prosecutor
Two alleged drug traffickers hid 10 kilograms of heroin and 10 kilograms of cocaine in an onion shipment.
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