Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Community Leader Spotlight: Hopatcong's John Young
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
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- Morristown, NJ
Hi, my name is Vianella Burns and I'm your local editor for Morris County.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Annual Corn Maze Celebrates The Long Valley First Aid Squad
The corn maze logo, which is organized by Long Valley's Ort Farms, helps raise awareness for non-profit organizations.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Fireworks, Carnivals Welcome Labor Day Weekend In Morris County
With summer coming to an end, here's everything you can do in Morris County this Labor Day Weekend.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Controversial Parent Notification Policy Mulled By Long Valley Board
The Long Valley BOE has discussed potentially implementing a notification policy similar to that of the Hanover Township School District.
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Morristown|News|
Residents Complain Of Rat Sightings In Morristown Neighborhoods
Two residents spoke out during the August town council meeting, detailing their encounters with rats near their homes and yards.
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Morristown|News|
Ex-Morris Principal Sentenced In $2.7M Prescription Drug Scheme
Officials say the former principal defrauded the state healthcare plan by billing it for unnecessary medications.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
$850K Chatham Referendum Proposal On Track For November Election
Decision day is nearing for Chatham voters, who may be asked to support – or reject – a school referendum proposal in November.
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Morristown|News|
'Brave' Morris Co. Officer Honored For Efforts In Evening House Fire
The Morris County Sheriff's Office recognized Correctional Police Officer Alyssa Jodexnis for her quick response during a late-night fire.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Comedian Voted Out Of NBC's America's Got Talent
Maureen Langan of Parsippany's Lake Hiawatha neighborhood appeared on NBC's America's Got Talent live semifinals results episode.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did West Morris Mendham Rank?
The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did West Morris Central Rank?
The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
50th Annual Craft Festival Returns To Chester Next Week
Fine handcrafted items are available for purchase at one of the best craft shows in New Jersey and the Northeast.
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Morristown|News|
U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did Morristown Schools Rank?
The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.
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Hackettstown, NJ|News|
Hackettstown Educator Is 'Passionate About Literacy'
Patch and T-Mobile are paying tribute to teachers as we begin the 2023-24 school year. See how to nominate your teacher.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Long Valley Educator Continues To Show Up For Kids
Nominated for the Teacher Spotlight is Taryn Mansolino, who goes above and beyond for her students and their families.
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Morristown|News|
First Retail Marijuana Dispensary Opens In Morris County
Kind Kush in Rockaway is the first legal recreational marijuana dispensary in all of Morris County.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did Parsippany Schools Rank?
The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
'Smash And Grab' Burglars Target Vehicles In Long Valley
On Tuesday evening, a car at Palmer Park was broken into in what police are calling a smash-and-grab car burglary.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did Chatham Rank?
The 2023-2024 Best High Schools rankings were released Tuesday by U.S. News & World Report.
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Morristown|News|
Grand Marshal For Morris St. Patrick's Parade Is From Morris Plains
Jack Haren Jr. has been named the grand marshal of the 2024 Morris County St. Patrick's Day Parade, according to officials.
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