Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Date Set For The 61st Annual Chester Fireman's Carnival
Residents can support the Chester Volunteer Fire Company while enjoying the carnival’s rides, games, and delicious food.
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Morristown|News|
Ex-NJ Nurse Sentenced In Disabled Teen's School Bus Death
Nurse Emilio J. Rivera pleaded guilty to charges of endangering and neglecting a disabled person in connection with Matthew Rossi's death.
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Morristown|News|
New Event Joins Morristown Restaurant Week: What To Expect
The most delicious week of the year is almost here, and this time, there's a new event added to the lineup.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Registration Open For Mendham Borough Summer Day Camp
Registration is now open for borough residents, with early bird pricing available through the end of May, officials said.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Abandoned Dog Found At Parsippany Apartment Complex
The dog was found by Parsippany Animal Control and Shelter emaciated, starving, limping, and with bite wounds on her body.
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Morristown|News|
Popular Bakery Chain Expands Operations To Morristown
The new bakery and café will bring Tatte's famous blend of artisanal pastries, savory dishes, and coffee to Morristown.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Tax Increase Introduced In Long Valley School Budget For 2025-2026
Rising expenses across the board mean homeowners might face higher property tax bills under the preliminary budget.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany Cop Retires After 2 Decades Of Service To Town
Last week, Patrolman Robert Smolen walked out of headquarters for the last time, marking the end of more than 20 years of service.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
NJ Man Sexually Assaulted Woman On Flight To Texas, Authorities Say
A man from the Parsippany area is accused of inappropriately touching a fellow passenger on a flight to Texas, officials said.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
2 New Officers Sworn To Serve Mendham Borough Police
New officers Timothy Plaskon and Zachary Poissant were officially sworn in during the March 24 Council meeting.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Drunk Driving Crash Sparks Brush Fire In Long Valley, Police Say
Police say a 66-year-old man from Budd Lake crashed into a utility pole, snapping it in half and sparking two brush fires.
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Morristown|News|
The Hunt For Easter Eggs Gears Up For Return To Morristown
An Easter egg hunt for children will take place in Morristown on April 12.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Missing NJ Man’s Body Pulled From River
A 21-year-old man from Cedar Grove, missing since December, has been identified after his body was recovered from the Passaic River.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
70+ Workers To Be Laid Off At Morris County Investment Bank
Barclays Service Corporation is set to lay off over 70 employees at its Whippany campus later this summer, according to state records.
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Morristown|News|
‘Hands Off’ Protest Against Trump And Musk Set For Morristown
Here’s what you need to know about the 'Hands Off' anti-Trump protests planned nationwide on April 5, including events in Morristown.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Popular Mexican Restaurant Opens First Morris County Location
Sofia's Taqueria, with locations in Staten Island and New Jersey, will offer tacos, burritos, fajitas, and a wide selection of margaritas.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Ex-Bookkeeper At Long Valley Church Stole Nearly $200K, Police Say
Melissa Rivera, 60, was charged with theft and forgery for allegedly stealing from two Morris County churches over a five-year period.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Easter Festival Makes A Big Return To Alstede Farms In Chester
Families can look forward to Chester's annual Egg-splosion event on April 19, featuring the Easter Bunny, and an egg hunt around town.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
3-Car Crash In Long Valley; Man Charged With DUI: Police
A 40-year-old man was arrested and charged with driving while intoxicated after a crash near Rock Ridge Golf Course, police said.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Phone Scammers Impersonating Police In Parsippany
The callers appear to be spoofing their caller ID, making it look as though a Parsippany police officer is contacting you, officials said.
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