Morristown|News|
Higher Fees For Sidewalk Cafes Introduced By Morristown Council
The town's new ordinance now imposes a new fee on restaurants that use the street for outdoor dining.
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Morristown|News|
Crash On I-287 Causes Delays, Lane Closure In Morris County
According to 511 NJ, one of the four right lanes is currently closed.
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Madison, NJ|News|
New Bookstore Focused On Climate Change Joins Madison Community
The Nature of Reading Bookshop is opening its first physical location, with a focus on seasonal reading and climate change books.
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Morristown|News|
Man Peering Into Morris Township Home Was A Delivery Driver: Police
Morris Township police have since confirmed that the "suspicious" man was simply a delivery man.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
'Record-Breaking' Wins For Chatham At State Theatre Competition
Chatham High School brought home 20 awards from the annual Speech and Theatre Association of New Jersey’s (STANJ) Governor’s Awards.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Man Busted For Driving Stolen Car: Police
Clarence Vanzile, 56, of Morristown was caught driving a stolen 2005 Mazda with North Carolina license plates.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
New Appointments To Historic Preservation Committee In Long Valley
Following public outrage over the potential dissolution of the Historic Preservation Committee, five new members have been appointed.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Shoplifting Increase Within Chester Prompts Police Warning
According to Chester Township Police Chief Ryan McNamee, the police are currently experiencing a spike in both shoplifting and fraud.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Battle Against Climate Change Highlighted At Madison Council Meeting
"The solutions to climate change require cooperative work at all levels," Madison councilwoman Rachel Ehrlich said.
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Morristown|News|
Fundraiser Launched For Family Of Dead Man Found In Morris Co. Woods
Anthony Zaccaro, 33, of Sussex, was found dead in Lincoln Park on Saturday afternoon, leaving behind his fiance, Hannah, and two kids.
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Morristown|News|
Morris-Area Brewery Supports Fight Against Unjust NJ License Rules
Double Tap Brewing is one of the many breweries that have collaborated with the Brewers Guild of New Jersey on this collaborative project.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Fire Safety Concerns Prompt Chatham Resident To Call For New Equipment
A member of the public questioned why the borough has yet to set aside funding for a new fire apparatus for the department.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Winter Clothes Donation Drive Planned For Mendham
The winter clothing drive will run on Feb. 4 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. officials said.
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Morristown|News|
$1M Boost To Ongoing Morristown Airport Renovation Project
At the Tuesday night town council meeting, the council is expected to approve an additional $1 million appropriation for the project.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Price Hike In Healthcare Costs Impacting Chester Budget Discussions
The township is facing a 22 percent increase in state-mandated healthcare premiums as well as a 19 percent increase in pension costs.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Among America's Most 'Peaceful Town's To Visit' In 2023
Long Valley was ranked third among the most peaceful cities and towns in America in The Travel's most recent rankings.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Late Start Calendar Proposal Approved For Madison School District
The Madison School District has declared Sept. 5 as the new proposed start date in response to parent requests for a later start time.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Outgoing Fire Chief To Be Praised At Chatham Council Meeting
Jeffrey Fricke was appointed as fire chief for the first time in 2019 and has been in that position for four years.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Star Students: Help Patch Shout Out Students Excelling In Madison
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Madison with contributions big and small.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Star Students: Help Patch Recognize Extraordinary Students In Mendham
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Mendham and Chester with contributions big and small.
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