Parsippany, NJ|News|
6 Officers Promoted Within Parsippany Police Department
Mayor James R. Barberio and Chief Richard Pantina held a promotional ceremony last week for six Parsippany police officers.
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Morristown|News|
New Family-Owned Garden Center Opens In Morris Township
The Morris Township area now boasts a new green space with the opening of South Street Gardens, which officially debuted this past weekend.
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Morristown|News|
Firefighter Injured During Training Exercise In Morris County
The firefighter injured during a training exercise in Hanover Township remains in serious but stable condition, officials said.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
'Check Washing' Fraud Warning Issued In Long Valley
Police said they have completed an investigation into altered checks, in which both the payee and the amounts were changed to steal money.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Power Restored In Parsippany Following Late-Night Outage
Power has been restored after an outage left more than 1,000 Parsippany residents without electricity, officials said.
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Morristown|News|
NJ Man Admits Threatening To Kill Political Commentator
Morris Plains resident Haim Braverman admitted to posting an online death threat targeting a political commentator, authorities said.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
'Senior Assassin' Student Games Are Underway In Chester, Police Say
Described as a "rite of passage for graduating seniors," the game can involve students wearing ski masks and carrying water guns.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Grand Opening Set For Ort Farms’ New Market In Long Valley
The popular farm at 25 Bartley Rd. has remained open throughout the rebuilding and expansion of its market.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Man Filmed Taking "Musella For Mayor" Campaign Sign In Parsippany
A security camera captured footage of the township employee taking the campaign sign and waving it in his hand.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Ranked Among U.S.'s Most Affordable Towns, Study Says
The study, which ranked towns based on cost of living and median household income, placed Morristown second on the list.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Students Unite To Fight Cancer At Annual Parsippany Relay For Life
This year's Relay For Life event will feature community activities to celebrate cancer survivors and honor those who have died.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Bridge Replacement Plans Spark Community Meeting In Mendham
Borough officials announced a public meeting on plans to replace the Ironia Road bridge over the North Branch of the Raritan River.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Driver In Long Valley Airborne Crash Was Impaired, Police Say
Police said a 20-year-old man from Bayonne was arrested for drunk driving following a crash on Kings Highway this past weekend.
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Morristown|News|
Date Announced For 2025 Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival
The annual Morristown Jazz & Blues Festival returns to the Green this August—here’s what you need to know.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Chester’s Annual National Night Out Is Back: Here’s What’s Planned
This free community event will showcase police and emergency services displays and demonstrations, along with games, activities and more.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Brunch Spot Near Long Valley Named Best In New Jersey, Report Says
A Hackettstown eatery has earned a spot on Best of NJ's latest list of the top brunch restaurants in the state.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Firefighters Rescue Raccoon Stuck On Utility Pole In Parsippany
Firefighters were called to a delicate rescue last month after an injured raccoon became stuck on a utility pole.
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Morristown|News|
500,000-Square-Foot Warehouse Project Coming To Morris Plains
Morris Plains is getting 500,000 square feet of new warehouse space along Tabor Road.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Chester Named 'Tree City' For 40th Consecutive Year
The program honors towns for their commitment to forest management. Chester has reached 'Tree City USA' status 40 times.
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Morristown|News|
First Cannabis Dispensary Opens In Morristown
After a lengthy legal battle, Uma Flowers has opened its Morristown dispensary—three years after receiving its license.
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