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Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for February 25
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, February 25 at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Man Arrested for DUI After Being Found Asleep in Running Vehicle
DOVER – A West New York man was arrested on Sunday, January 26, after police found him asleep behind the wheel of a running...
Dover Police Arrest Man for DWI Following Late-Night Traffic Stop
DOVER — A late-night traffic stop on Thursday, January 31, at 2:09 a.m., led to the arrest of Wilmer Sanchez Amaya, 18, Dover, for...
Snowstorm Alert: Important Message from the Dover Police Department
Dear Dover Residents,
A significant snowstorm is expected on Saturday, February 15, 2025. To help our DPW crews clear the streets efficiently, we kindly ask...
Dover Celebrates Valentine’s Day with a Community Dance at Casa Puerto Rico
DOVER — Love and community spirit filled the air at Dover’s Valentine’s Day Community Dance, held at Casa Puerto Rico. Residents of all ages...
Julia Baranello named to Salve Regina University’s Fall 2024 Dean’s List
DOVER -- Julia Baranello was named to the Dean's List during the Fall 2024 academic semester at Salve Regina University. To qualify for the...
Dover Talent Show to Shine a Spotlight on Local Performers
DOVER — The stage is set, the lights are ready, and the talented students of Dover High School are gearing up to showcase their...
Dover Police Arrest Man for DWI After Falling Asleep at a Stop Sign
DOVER -- On Saturday, January 18, 2025, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Dover Police Department responded to a report of a driver asleep at...
Dover Police Arrest Driver for DWI Following Early Morning Traffic Stop
DOVER – A local man was arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) after a traffic stop in the early hours of New Year's Day,...
Celebrating Maria Rosario: A Tireless Advocate for Dover and Morris County
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Board of County Commissioners honored Maria Rosario with a heartfelt tribute during their meeting in Morristown, celebrating her...
Dover’s 2024 Holiday Window Contest Brings Festive Cheer to the Community
DOVER -- The 2024 Holiday Window Contest marked the exciting return of a cherished tradition in Dover, with 12 businesses participating to spread holiday...
Dover Files Lawsuit Against Richard Gonzalez Over Alleged Settlement Violations
DOVER -- In 2015, former Dover Police Sergeant Richard "Rico" Gonzalez received a $175,000 settlement from the Town of Dover to resolve a federal...
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn Hosts Successful First Mobile Office Hours
DOVER -- Dover Town Hall was bustling with activity as Assemblywoman Aura Dunn hosted her first Mobile Office Hours, a dedicated day for meeting...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for February 11
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, February 11 at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Aspiring Dover Town Council Candidates: Screening Committee Now Accepting Applications
DOVER -- The 2025 Screening Committee is proud to announce that, on February 14, 2025, we will begin accepting applications for consideration for endorsement...
American Legion Riders to Host Community Breakfast in Dover
DOVER – The American Legion Riders Post 27 is inviting the community to come together for a delicious breakfast fundraiser on Sunday, April 6,...
Morris County Clerk’s Annual Pre-Super Bowl Party Was a Blast!
MORRIS COUNTY — As I write this before the Chiefs and Eagles face off in Super Bowl LIX, the outcome remains uncertain—who will emerge victorious, and...
Presbyterian Church of Dover Hosts Souper Bowl of Caring to Tackle Hunger
DOVER -- The Presbyterian Church of Dover hosts the Souper Bowl of Caring 2025 on Sunday, February 9 at 10:00 a.m. This annual event...
Assemblywoman Aura Dunn to Hold Monthly Mobile Office Hours in Dover
DOVER—Assemblywoman Aura K. Dunn (R-25) has announced that beginning February 7, she will host Mobile Office Hours on the first Friday of each month. The...
College Club of Dover Offering Scholarships
DOVER – The College Club of Dover now accepts applications for its annual scholarship program. It supports and encourages young women graduating from Dover,...
nourish.NJ Appoints Sally Rubin as Director of Philanthropy
MORRIS COUNTY -- nourish.NJ has named Califon resident Sally Rubin as its new director of philanthropy.
Rubin will lead fundraising and awareness efforts to support...
Elizabeth Hoyt Named to Russell Sage College’s Fall 2024 Dean’s List
DOVER – Elizabeth Hoyt has been named to Russell Sage College’s Fall 2024 Dean’s List for her outstanding academic achievement. She graduated from Dover...
Hailey Poskonka Named to The University of Scranton Fall 2024 Dean’s List
MORRIS COUNTY -- Hailey A. Poskonka was among over 1,650 students named to The University of Scranton's Dean's List for the 2024 fall semester. The Dean's...
Dover Resident Charged with Robbery in Denville Township
DENVILLE — A Dover man has been charged with robbery following an incident at the Union Hill Shopping Center, according to Denville Township Police.
The...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for January 28
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, January 28 at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Lakeland Hills YMCA Announces William Kogen Community Service Scholarship for High School Seniors
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- Lakeland Hills YMCA is proud to announce the William Kogen Community Service Scholarship, a distinguished award recognizing two high school seniors...
Boonton Township PBA Local 392 to Host Annual Wine & Spirit Tasting Fundraiser
BOONTON TOWNSHIP — The Boonton Township PBA Local 392 is inviting the community to its highly anticipated Annual Wine & Spirit Tasting event on...
Attention Drivers: Route 46 Construction Zone from Rockaway to Parsippany
MORRIS COUNTY -- Starting Tuesday, February 20, expect lane closures and slowdowns along Route 46 in Rockaway Borough, Mountain Lakes, Denville, and Parsippany-Troy Hills...
Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town Strengthens Community Impact Using ACE Tools: New Members, Generous Donation,...
BOONTON -- The Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town recently hosted a pizza party at Roma’s Pizzeria, using Kiwanis ACE (Achieving Club Excellence) Tools to strengthen...
Sammy Simon Earns Dean’s List Honors at Miami University
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Sammy Simon has been named to the Miami University Dean's List for the fall 2024 semester. This recognition is awarded to...
Local Leaders Join Tri-Town Kiwanis to Make a Difference for Children
BOONTON — The Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town recently celebrated the induction of two new members, Shery Ilyas, and Richard Acceturo, during a special ceremony...
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Announces Summer Camp Registration Opens January 6!
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Mark your calendars! Starting Monday, January 6, at 10:00 a.m., registration for the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Summer Camp officially opens—online...
Stephanie Buckley Named to Bob Jones University’s Dean’s List
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Stephanie Buckley, a senior majoring in kinesiology has been recognized for academic excellence at Bob Jones University. She is among approximately...
Barbara Molony Elliott: From Mountain Lakes to a Life of Travel, Service, and Family
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- Barbara Molony Elliott, 82 On Thursday, December 12, Barbara Molony Elliott, 82, of Duxbury, MA, formerly of Manchester-by-the Sea, MA, passed...
Morris County 2025 Reorganization Meeting Set
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Board of County Commissioners will convene for its annual reorganization meeting on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 6:00...
Mountain Lakes Resident John Pirolo Accepted into Prestigious Program at Palmer College of Chiropractic
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- John Pirolo has been accepted for enrollment in the General Science, Bachelor of Science program at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Main...
Cresskill Man Pleads Guilty to Mountain Lakes Bank Robbery
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- A Bergen County man admitted to robbing PNC Bank, located at 425 Boulevard in Mountain Lakes, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger...
Embassy Suites Holds 30th Annual Trick or Suite for PG Chambers School
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Embassy Suites, located at 909 Parsippany Boulevard, Parsippany, hosted its 30th Annual Trick or Suite event on Friday, October 25. Trick...
NJHSR Vice-Chairman casts first ever ballot in 2024 election
BOONTON TOWNSHIP -- Chris Ilic, 18, Vice Chairman of the New Jersey High School Republicans, took advantage of early voting and cast his...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Hosts Annual Turkey Trot in Mountain Lakes on Thanksgiving Morning
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- Thanksgiving morning in Mountain Lakes will start on a lively note as the Lakeland Hills Family YMCA hosts its annual Turkey...
Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town Club Welcomes New Leadership
BOONTON -- The Kiwanis Club of Tri-Town held its annual meeting recently at Hapgood’s in Mountain Lakes. Members from the Town of Boonton, Boonton...
Morris County Vocational School District Art Exhibition at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA
MORRIS COUNTY – The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is hosting the grand opening of its new art gallery, designed to foster community relationships by...
Open House this Sunday Funday: 192 Boulevard, Mountain Lakes
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- This Sunday, September 29th, potential homebuyers are invited to explore a stunning property located at 192 Boulevard in the serene community...
Mountain Lakes Alumnus Jayson Kern Earns Degree from Ole Miss School of Journalism
BOONTON -- Jayson Kern, a Mountain Lakes High School graduate, successfully balanced academics and athletics during high school, excelling in football and baseball. He...
Girl Scout’s Gold Award Leads to New Jersey’s First Monarch Butterflies Month Proclamation
MORRIS COUNTY -- Monarch butterflies migrate to New Jersey each summer and fall, and now New Jersey gardeners and enthusiasts have a reason to...
Mountain Lakes Police Apprehend Cyprian Luke for Active Warrant and Suspended License
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- On August 24, at approximately 1:49 a.m., Mountain Lakes Patrolman Stewart conducted a motor vehicle stop on Briarcliff Road, resulting in...
Stunning Property at 2 Crestview Road in Mountain Lakes Sells for $1.25M
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- The elegant home at 2 Crestview Road, Mountain Lakes, has recently been sold for $1,250,000, highlighting the robust demand for luxury...
Joy’s Angels to Host Annual Vendor Fair Benefiting Local Cancer Patients
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- On Sunday, September 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Joy’s Angels will hold its much-anticipated Annual Vendor Fair at...
Hapgoods: A Culinary Journey Through Mountain Lakes’ History
MOUNTAIN LAKES — With the remnants of Hurricane Debby impacting the area and ominous predictions of heavy rain, strong winds, flooding, and even a...
The Mental Health Association is hosting a free event!
MORRIS COUNTY -- Join the community for "Express Yourself: An Empowering Youth Mental Health and Wellness Experience" on Thursday, August 22nd, from 6:30 p.m....