Chatham, NJ|News|
7 Chatham HS Students Named 2025 National Merit Semifinalists
The students were among the top one percent of highest scores on the PSAT and has a chance to earn a National Merit Scholarship.
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
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- Morristown, NJ
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Driver Caught, Charged In Fatal Hit-And-Run In Morris County
The man is accused of leaving the scene after hitting a pedestrian on Route 46 in Parsippany late last month, authorities said.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Popular Historic House Tour Returns To Long Valley After 5-Year Hiatus
Washington Township's Historical Society is reviving its Historic House Tour, resuming the cherished event after a five-year hiatus.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany High School Student Named 2025 National Merit Semifinalist
The student is among the top one percent of highest scores on the PSAT and has a chance to earn a National Merit Scholarship.
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham High School Student Named 2025 National Merit Semifinalist
The student is among the top one percent of highest scores on the PSAT and has a chance to earn a National Merit Scholarship.
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Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
First Female Cop In Morris Plains Sues Borough Over Alleged Abuse
Anne Marie Ferris, hired in 2015, alleges she was denied promotions and subjected to a hostile work environment.
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Morristown|News|
Pedestrian Struck And Killed On Route 23 ID'd As Morris Co. Man
A 73-year-old man from Lincoln Park was killed on Tuesday when he was hit by a car while attempting to cross the road.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Two Parsippany Eateries Named Best In County By Local Magazine
Two Parsippany restaurants earned top marks in their categories in a new reader's choice survey conducted by a local magazine.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Oktoberfest Celebrations Make A Comeback In Long Valley
Raise your steins and usher in fall with these vibrant celebrations, showcasing local bands, delicious food, refreshing beer and more.
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Morristown|News|
Popular Toast Cafe Announces New Location In Morristown
Toastique, a chain specializing in gourmet toast and juice, plans to open a new location in Morristown this winter.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Chester Gets $244K Grant To Upgrade Firefighter Equipment
The grant is provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through its Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Crash Closes Lanes, Delays Travel Along I-80 In Morris County
Drivers can expect backups on the westbound side of the highway, officials said.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Water Main Break Closes Vail Road In Parsippany
Parsippany Police sent out an alert of the closure early Tuesday morning.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
New Eagle Scout Honored By Long Valley Mayor And Police
Lucas Rowland's project at the Battleship New Jersey Museum involved renovating a section of the ship by painting the bunks and closets.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Road Work Causing Detours, Delays In Parsippany
Parsippany police have warned that Route 53 will be reduced to one lane in the area of Park Road until Tuesday morning.
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Morristown|News|
Fall Festivities Bloom At Morristown’s Annual Festival On The Green
This month sees the return of the premier festival, promising a variety of entertainment for residents of all ages.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Driver Killed In Weekend Crash ID'd As Morris County Man
The victim of a fatal crash has been identified as a 56-year-old Parsippany man, New Jersey State Police said.
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Madison, NJ|News|
West Nile Virus-Positive Mosquitos Found In Morris County
Officials are urging residents to "fight the bite" as mosquito samples from a town in Morris County tested positive for West Nile virus.
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Parsippany, NJ|News|
Parsippany To Host September 11 Remembrance Ceremony For 2024
Parsippany lost seven residents during the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Support Soars To Save Iconic Morris Co. Restaurant Bill's Luncheonette
Bill's Luncheonette in Chester has been serving classic breakfast and lunch fare to the Morris County community since 1949.
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