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Dover Man Charged with DWI and Multiple Violations Following Late-Night Traffic Stop on Route...
HANOVER – On October 30, 2024, at approximately 11:17 p.m., Sgt. Dominic Kaiser observed a white Mazda tailgating another vehicle on Route 10 West...
Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Prospect Street in Dover
DOVER -- On Monday, November 11, at approximately 6:04 p.m., the Dover Police Department and Dover Fire Department responded to a report of a...
Dover Police and Sheriff Gannon’s SLAP Program Partner for Forest Cleanup
DOVER -- On Sunday, November 10, the Dover Police Department joined forces with the Morris County Sheriff’s Office SLAP (Sheriff’s Labor Assistance Program) to...
Community Connection Events: Coffee with a Cop and Ward Meetings
DOVER -- The Dover Police Department will host “Coffee with a Cop” on Tuesday, November 12, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the...
Councilwoman Karol Ruiz Loses Third Ward Seat to Veronica Velez in Dover’s Unofficial Election...
DOVER -- As of November 6, 2024, unofficial election results have been released for Dover's Third Ward council seat. Veronica Velez won the seat...
Grants Available for NJ Parks, Playgrounds, Trails, and Sports Facilities
MORRIS COUNTY -- The state Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Division of Local Government Services (DLGS) is accepting applications from counties, municipalities, and school districts...
Community Unites for 2024 Thanksgiving Food Drive to Provide Holiday Meals for Families in...
DOVER -- The Thanksgiving Food Drive will run until November 21, 2024. Each family in need will receive a turkey and a bag of...
Mayor Dodd and Staff Unite in Pink to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Promote...
DOVER -- Town of Dover Mayor James P. Dodd, alongside the committed administrative staff and employees, stood united in pink to support Breast Cancer...
Late Night Collision on Orchard Street Leads to Arrest
DOVER -- On Sunday evening, October 6, around 9:02 p.m., Dover Police Officers responded to Orchard Street following a report of a collision involving...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for October 29
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, October 29, at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Surrogate Darling Hosts Estate Planning Seminar Offering Multiple Access Platforms
DOVER -- Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling recently led an insightful seminar at the Morris County Library, focusing on estate planning and the serious...
Holiday Cheer in Dover: A Community Tradition of Craft and Connection
DOVER -- The Dover American Legion Ladies Auxiliary is gearing up for its highly anticipated Holiday Craft and Vendor Fair, set to bring festive...
Dover Real Estate Market Sees High Demand as 8 Davis Avenue Sells
DOVER -- Located at 8 Davis Avenue, Dover, NJ, this beautifully designed home offers both luxury andcomfort. Recently sold for $625,000, the property boasts...
Dover Historical Society Welcomes Community for Museum Open House
DOVER -- The Dover Area Historical Society will hold an open house at their museum, The Condict House, located at 55 W. Blackwell Street...
Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover Partners with Local Leaders for Hurricane Helene Relief Drive
DOVER – In an incredible display of community spirit and collaboration, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Dover, in partnership with Mayor James P. Dodd...
A Defining Moment for Dover: The Introduction of a New Superintendent
DOVER – Dover Public Schools will introduce its new superintendent at a special event on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The announcement...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for October 8
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, October 8, at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Video: Dover Coffee with a Cop
DOVER -- The Dover Police Department, led by Chief Jonathan Delaney, recently hosted a successful "Coffee with a Cop" event on Wednesday, October 2,...
Police Arrest 22-Year-Old Dover Man for Driving Under the Influence
HANOVER -- On September 15, 2024, Hanover Township Officer Jake Crane arrested 22-year-old Alex Rivera-Rodriguez of Dover, for driving while intoxicated.
At approximately 2:20...
Car Seat Check Event to Be Held
DOVER -- Safe Kids Northern New Jersey, in partnership with Atlantic Health System and Morristown Medical Center, will be hosting a Car Seat Check...
Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney to Attend Coffee with a Cop Event
DOVER — The Dover Police Department, led by Chief Jonathan Delaney, invites community members to join them for "Coffee with a Cop" on Wednesday,...
Mayor of Dover Calls on Councilman to Step Down After Second Assault Arrest
DOVER -- In a public statement, Dover Mayor James Dodd calls for Second-Ward Councilman Sergio Rodriguez’s resignation after the councilman was charged with assault.
"Recent...
Garden State Equality Action Fund announces 2024 Local Endorsements
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Garden State Equality Action Fund announced its 2024 local endorsements, providing guidance and mobilizing its 150,000 members ahead of mail-in voting. As...
Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney Graduates from Prestigious FBI National Academy
DOVER – Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney has joined an elite group of law enforcement leaders, graduating from the prestigious FBI National Academy in...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for September 24
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, September 24, at 7:00 p.m. at 37 North Sussex Street.
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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....
Mountain Lakes Residents Invited to Cornhole Sundays
MOUNTAIN LAKES – This August, Island Beach is the place to be for cornhole enthusiasts.
Every Sunday morning, on August 4, 11, 18, and 25,...
Community Rallies for Albertus Swanepoel Memorial Fund
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- The sudden and tragic loss of our dear friend Albertus Swanepoel deeply saddens us. Albertus was an incredibly talented artist and...
Roger Williams University Announces 2024 Graduates
MORRIS COUNTY -- The following students received their degrees in May as part of the Class of 2024.
Ilaria Coen of Madison graduated with a...
Swim-Lesson Class Expansion Begins This Fall at Lakeland Hills Family YMCA
MORRIS COUNTY -- Lakeland Hills Family YMCA is excited to announce the expansion of its swim lesson program from the traditional 7-week format to...
Rockaway Valley Garden Club Awards Arlene Persson Memorial Scholarships
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- The Rockaway Valley Garden Club (RVGC) has honored three exemplary Mountain Lakes High School students with the prestigious Arlene Persson Memorial...
Mountain Lakes High School Student Creates Lifeline for STEM Enthusiasts
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- The Parsippany Cube Club has shaped a vibrant and unique community. Founded by local enthusiast and educator Anikait Sota, a Mountain...
Mountain Lakes Student Leader Meets Congressman Van Drew in D.C.
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- New Jersey High School Republican (NJHSREPS) Vice Chairman Chris Ilic recently met with Congressman Jeff Van Drew in Washington, D.C., to...
Roger Williams University Announces Spring 2024 Dean’s List
MORRIS COUNTY -- Select students have been named to the Spring 2024 Dean's List at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Full-time students who...
Faustino Calleja Arrested for DUI and Reckless Driving
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- On May 5th, 2024, at approximately 12:50 a.m., Patrolman Brown conducted a motor vehicle stop on Route 46 East after witnessing...
Sergeant Gil Benitez Bids Farewell to Mountain Lakes Police Department
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- Mountain Lakes Police Sergeant Gil Benitez, affectionately known as 'Officer Gil' by many residents, has retired after 26 years of dedicated...
Mountain Lakes Resident Earns Award for Outstanding Volunteer Efforts
MORRIS COUNTY -- NJ Sharing Network (NJSN), the non-profit organization responsible for recovering donated organs and tissue in the Garden State, recently presented Volunteer...
Montville UNICO Foundation Hosts Luxury Handbag Bingo Fundraiser
MORRIS COUNTY — The Montville UNICO Foundation is excited to announce its upcoming Luxury Handbag Bingo fundraiser, set to take place on Thursday, June...