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Dover High School Band Boosters Host Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser
DOVER -- The Dover High School Band Boosters are excited to invite the community to their annual Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser. The fundraiser promises delicious...
The Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art Relocates to Iconic James Building
MADISON -- The Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art, an institution renowned for cultivating talent in comics and graphic arts, is thrilled...
Marcos Tapia Sworn In as Dover’s 4th Ward Councilmember
DOVER — Councilmember Marcos Tapia has officially been sworn in to continue representing Dover’s 4th Ward. Although unable to attend the recent reorganization meeting...
Picatinny Federal Credit Union Ushers in a New Era of Digital Banking with Redesigned...
DOVER – Picatinny Federal Credit Union launched its newly redesigned website in January 2025. This exciting update marks a significant step forward in the...
Dover Man Charged After Confused and Disoriented State Leads to Hospitalization
PARSIPPANY – On December 6, 2024, at approximately 6:00 p.m., the Parsippany-Troy Hills Police Department, alongside Par-Troy EMS, responded to a concerning incident on Route 10 West...
Morris County Honors Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
MORRIS COUNTY -- Hundreds gathered this morning at the Hyatt Regency in Morristown despite more than five inches of snow to honor the life...
Dover Residents Invited to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Community Dance
DOVER -- Mayor James P. Dodd and the Dover Town Council are excited to invite residents to the annual Valentine’s Day Community Dance....
Dover Resident Arrested for Driving While Intoxicated After Late-Night Traffic Stop
DOVER – In the early hours of Friday, December 13, 2024, the Dover Police Department arrested Carlos Mondragon, a local resident, for driving while...
Aldo Luciano Cicchetti, Longtime Mayor and Community Advocate, Passes Away at 87
DOVER -- Aldo Luciano Cicchetti, 87, a cherished resident of Dover, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2025. Renowned for his warmth, kindness, and...
Coffee with a Cop at Dover Free Public Library
DOVER -- Come in from the cold, enjoy a warm cup of coffee, and connect with members of the Dover Police Department at the...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Meeting Scheduled for January 14
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Tuesday, January 14 at 7:00 Noon at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Driver Arrested for DUI After Speeding Incident on East Blackwell Street
DOVER – A 42-year-old man, Jorge Leon of Dover, was arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) following a traffic stop early on December...
Aldo Cicchetti Honored with Street Dedication in Dover
MORRIS COUNTY -- Morris County Commissioner Deborah Smith joined Mayor James Dodd and state and local representatives in Dover on Saturday for a ceremony dedicating West Chrystal Street...
Man Found Deceased Under Route 46 Bridge in Dover
DOVER — A man was found deceased under the Route 46 bridge in Dover on Sunday night, according to Meghan Knab, Public Information Officer...
Improved Community Services: Mayor Dodd’s 2024 Highlights for Dover Residents
DOVER -- Mayor Dodd Reflects on 2024: A Year of Challenges, Progress, and Hope:
As we close out 2024, I am honored to reflect...
Dover’s Firefighter TJ McAndrew Named 2024 Firefighter of the Year
DOVER -- Town of Dover Mayor James Dodd proudly announced that Firefighter TJ McAndrew, of the Dover Fire Department, has been honored as the...
Mayor Dodd Welcomes Firefighter Recruits to “The Best Job in the World”
DOVER -- At the January 1 Dover Township Council meeting, Mayor Dodd proudly introduced four new firefighters who will be joining the ranks of...
Dover Town Council Reorganization Brings Fresh Leadership and Renewed Commitment
DOVER -- The Town of Dover recently held its annual reorganization meeting, during which three council members took the oath of office. Sandra Wittner,...
North Star Theater Company Presents Little Women at Dover Little Theatre
DOVER -– North Star Theater Company invites audiences to experience the enduring charm of Little Women by Kate Hamill, adapted from Louisa May Alcott's beloved novel....
First United Methodist Church of Dover: A Community Pillar Says Goodbye
DOVER -- The First United Methodist Church of Dover has officially closed, with its final service held on December 29, 2024. Established 186 years...
Dover Councilman Charged with Criminal Coercion
DOVER -- Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally confirmed that Sergio Rodriguez, 29, of Dover, has been charged with...
Dover Honors Detective Juan Concepcion as 2024 Officer of the Year
DOVER -- Town of Dover Mayor James Dodd and Chief Delaney proudly presented the 2024 Officer of the Year award to Detective Juan Concepcion,...
Charlotte’s Web Honored as Dover’s Business of the Year
DOVER -- Mayor James Dodd presented the Town of Dover’s Business of the Year award to Sal and Charlotte Monteleone of Charlotte’s Web. After...
Town of Dover Mayor and Council Reorganization Meeting Scheduled for January 1
DOVER — The Town of Dover Mayor and Council will meet on Wednesday, January 1, at 12:00 Noon at 37 North Sussex Street.
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Dover Town Planner Alex Dougherty Honored with Prestigious Rising Star Award
DOVER – Alex Dougherty, Dover's dedicated Town Planner, has been recognized with the prestigious Rising Star Award by the New Jersey Chapter of the...
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....
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...