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Democrats Sweep Dover Council Races
DOVER — Dover voters turned out on Election Day to re-elect and elect Democratic candidates in all four wards, according to unofficial results released...
Morris County to Honor Veterans at Annual Ceremony on November 5
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Board of County Commissioners invites the public to attend the 2025 Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, November 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the...
‘Get Out to Vote’ Initiative Brings Together County Officials and Supporters
MORRIS COUNTY — The energy was high and the room was filled to capacity as Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi hosted her annual “Get...
Dog-Sitter from Dover Accused of High-End Theft Spree Totaling Over $235K
DOVER — A Dover woman has been charged with stealing more than $235,000 worth of luxury goods from a Bernards Township home where she...
Morris County Prepares for Pause on SNAP Benefits
MORRIS COUNTY -- Morris County is alerting local authorities and the public to resources identified by the Morris County Department of Human Services to aid families...
Interfaith Food Pantry Network Assists Residents Amid Federal Shutdown and SNAP Delays
MORRIS PLAINS — The Interfaith Food Pantry Network has announced emergency measures to support local residents affected by delays in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...
St. John’s Episcopal Church Hosting Pasty Sale
DOVER — St. John’s Episcopal Church will hold its popular Pasty Sale on Saturday, November 1, with pick-up beginning after 12:30 p.m. at...
Investigation into Commercial Fire on Richards Avenue in Dover
MORRIS COUNTY -- Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney confirmed a commercial building fire...
BREAKING NEWS: Massive Fire Erupts at JD Automotive & Truck
DOVER — Firefighters from several departments are on the scene tonight battling a massive blaze at JD Automotive & Truck Inc., located at 331...
Former Dover Police Officer Sentenced for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material
DOVER -- Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally confirmed the sentencing of Anthony Kelly, 37, of Ledgewood. Kelly was...
Missing Adult Female Last Seen in Dover is Found
DOVER -- Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Human Services Police Chief Brian Lee confirmed that 26-year-old Destiny...
Hunter Braun Named Muhlenberg Resident Advisor
DOVER -- Hunter Braun has been named a Resident Advisor at Muhlenberg College this fall. A graduate of Morris Hills High School, Braun is...
Dover Resident Accused of DWI After Route 46 Stop
DENVILLE — A Dover man was arrested after allegedly running a red light on Route 46 East at Franklin Road around 3:50 a.m. on...
Police: Dover Woman Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated
DENVILLE — A Dover woman was charged with driving while intoxicated following a motor vehicle stop on Route 46 West at approximately 10:53 p.m....
New 80,000 square-foot “Center for Health Professions” Celebrated as Construction Powerfully Continues at CCM
RANDOLPH -- County College of Morris (CCM) marked an exciting milestone on Wednesday, October 15, with a Building Dedication Ceremony to celebrate the construction of...
Tiver, Pennacchio Introduce Bill to Save Families Money on Soaring Energy Bills
Senator Latham Tiver (R-8) and Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) introduced legislation that would alleviate the burden of rising energy costs by suspending the sales...
Video: Dover Police Investigating Altercation Inside Local Store
DOVER — The Dover Police Department is investigating an altercation that occurred inside a Pan Pizza, 27 East Blackwell Street, on Saturday, October 11....
Mayor Dodd Issues Statement on Dover’s Legal Dispute Over Public Safety Director Position
DOVER — Mayor James P. Dodd has released an official statement addressing recent media coverage and clarifying the Town of Dover’s ongoing legal dispute...
Budd Lake Man Charged for Leaving Explicit Photos and Notes on Vehicles
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, Mount Arlington Police Officer in Charge Sgt. Ryan Sherburne, Randolph...
Dover Officials Celebrate Ribbon Cutting for New PEMA Marketplace Retailer
DOVER -- Mayor James P. Dodd, joined by Councilmembers Veronica Vélez and Sergio Rodriguez, celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony for Dover’s newest...
The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms to Host “Free Fall Open House”
MORRIS COUNTY — The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, the early 20th-century historic home of Gustav Stickley, will host a FREE Fall Open House on Saturday, October...
Excelcare at Dover Hosting Trunk or Treat
DOVER — Excelcare at Dover is inviting the community to a festive Trunk or Treat event on Wednesday, October 30, from 4:00 p.m. to...
Dover Partners with Claro Enterprise Solutions to Enhance Public Safety with AI Technology
DOVER -- The Town of Dover has announced a forward-thinking partnership with Claro Enterprise Solutions to enhance municipal security through the deployment of AI-powered...
Ribbon Cut for Mathnasium of Rockaway, Bringing New Educational Resource to the Community
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP — Mathnasium of Rockaway celebrated its grand opening on Saturday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Rockaway Township Mayor Joe Jackson, Councilmen...
Dover Officials Celebrate First Anniversary of C&G Automotive
DOVER — Mayor James P. Dodd, along with Councilmembers Claudia Toro and Sergio Rodriguez, recently joined the owners of C&G Automotive to celebrate the...
80-Year-Old Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Member Makes History at Ironman World Championship
MORRIS COUNTY — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA proudly celebrates member Natalie Grabow, who on October 11, became the first 80-year-old woman in U.S. history to complete the Ironman...
Boonton Elks Launch Special Needs Children Social Club
BOONTON — The Boonton Elks Lodge has launched its new Special Needs Children Social Club, a welcoming and inclusive program designed to provide children...
Boonton Man Arrested Following Police Pursuit That Ended on I-287
MOUNTAIN LAKES — A Boonton man was arrested after fleeing a traffic stop and leading Mountain Lakes Police on a pursuit that concluded on...
Free Rabies Clinic Offered in Boonton
BOONTON — The Town of Boonton Board of Health will sponsor a Free Rabies Clinic on Saturday, November 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00...
SNHU Announces Summer 2025 Dean’s List – Mountain Lakes Student Recognized
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) announced that James Thompson of Mountain Lakes has been named to the Summer 2025 Dean’s List.
The...
A Race Against Time: The Story of Macie and Mackley
MORRIS COUNTY -- Macie and Mackley are just 8 months old—still babies, full of sweetness, innocence, and boundless love. But instead of knowing the...
Fall Registration Now Open at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA
MORRIS COUNTY -- Fall is around the corner, and the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is ready to kick off a season full of energy,...
Lakeland Hills YMCA and Juventus Team Up for Community Soccer Fun
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, in collaboration with Juventus Academy New Jersey, invites local families to take part in Juventus Open...
Boonton Township Man Charged After Eluding Traffic Stop in Mountain Lakes
MOUNTAIN LAKES — A Boonton Township man is facing multiple charges after allegedly fleeing from police during a traffic stop in Mountain Lakes last...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Launches “Grit ’n Climb” to Build Youth Resilience
MORRIS COUNTY — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is introducing a new youth development program, Grit ’n Climb, as part of its award-winning resilience...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Hosts Free Outdoor Concert Featuring Parsippany’s Allegro Orchestra
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA invites residents to enjoy an evening of music and community at a free Outdoor Summer Concert...
Ciattarelli Picks Morris County Sheriff Jim Gannon as Running Mate
BOONTON — Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli has selected Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon as his running mate for lieutenant governor, solidifying a...
Mountain Lakes Security Firm Barred from Government Contracts Over Unpaid Wages
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Clover 427 Security Group LLC, a local security firm based in Mountain Lakes, has been added to the New Jersey Department...
Lakeland Hills YMCA and Allegro Academy to Host Global-Themed Outdoor Summer Concert
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Residents from Parsippany and surrounding communities are invited to enjoy an evening of music, culture, and community spirit as the Lakeland...
Andrew Barrasso Named to Spring 2025 Dean’s Honor Roll at University of Mississippi
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Andrew Barrasso, a resident of Mountain Lakes, has been named to the University of Mississippi’s Spring 2025 Dean’s Honor Roll.
Barrasso, who...
Amalia Duarte Reflects on Accomplishments and Welcomes New Leadership Team for Morris County Democratic...
MORRIS COUNTY — Following a successful reorganization meeting, the Morris County Democratic Committee (MCDC) announced its newly elected Executive Board, set to lead the...
Local Students Named to Dean’s List at Miami University
MORRIS COUNTY — Michael Berger of Boonton and Sammy Simon of Mountain Lakes have been named to the Dean’s List at Miami University for...
Unofficial Primary Election Results for Morris County Commissioner
MORRIS COUNTY — The June 10 Primary Election for Morris County Commissioner drew a highly competitive field, with six candidates—three Republicans and three Democrats—vying...
Community Excellence to Be Celebrated at YMCA Annual Dinner
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Lakeland Hills Family YMCA announces the recipients of its annual community and service awards, which will be presented during its Annual Dinner...
Three Exceptional High-School Seniors to Receive Community Service Scholarships
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The prestigious William Kogen Award for Community Service has named three outstanding high school seniors this year’s recipients. With an overwhelming...
Jacqueline Edwards to Graduate from WPI, Leads NASA-Funded Space Cleanup Project
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Jacqueline Edwards will graduate from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) on Friday, May 16, 2025.
Edwards, an aerospace engineering major, will receive her...
Discover the Luxury of 34 W Shore Rd, Mountain Lakes, NJ: A Dream Lakefront...
Nestled in the picturesque community of Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, 34 West Shore Road is more than just a home; it's a lifestyle. This...
Healthy Kids Day at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA: A Free Community Celebration of Health...
MOUNTAIN LAKES – The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is thrilled to announce Healthy Kids Day. This free community event inspires kids and families to stay...
Saint Carlo Acutis International Exhibit: Miracles of the Eucharist Across the World
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Saint Catherine of Siena Church, located at 10 North Pocono Road, will host the internationally acclaimed exhibition, “Miracles of the Eucharist...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Welcomes Michael Meyer as Vice President of Childcare and Youth Services
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is pleased to announce Michael Meyer's appointment as the new Vice President of Childcare and Youth Services....