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United Way Launches Free Tax Prep Program for Eligible Residents
MORRIS COUNTY — Beginning in February, low- and moderate-income residents can once again have their taxes prepared and filed at no cost through a...
Dover Mourns Beloved Coach and Educator Jan Beliveau, 84, Former Dover High School Teacher
DOVER -- Jan Beliveau, 84, of Sparta, passed away peacefully on January 31, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Dover, Jan...
County College of Morris Foundation Receives $1 Million Grant from Delta Dental of New...
RANDOLPH, NJ:County College of Morris (CCM) Foundation is thrilled to announce it has received a historic grant of $1 million from the Delta Dental of...
Four Veteran Officers Recognized for Decades of Service in Morris County
MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Bureau of Corrections recognized the distinguished careers of four...
Dover Mayor and Council Reappoint Edward Ramirez as Temporary CFO/Treasurer
DOVER — The Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Dover have officially reappointed Edward Ramirez as Temporary Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer...
Morris County Proclaims February 2026 Black History Month
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Board of County Commissioners tonight adopted a special resolution proclaiming February as Black History Month, recognizing the lasting contributions of African...
ICE Officer Fires at Vehicle During Roxbury Arrest After Suspect Allegedly Rams Police Car
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Department of Homeland Security said an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer fired his weapon during an attempted immigration arrest Tuesday...
Dover Democratic Committee Opens Applications for 2026 Endorsement
DOVER — The 2026 Screening Committee is now accepting applications for endorsement by the Dover Democratic Committee which began on Monday, February 9.
Individuals interested...
Democrat Analilia Mejia Wins CD-11 Primary
MORRIS COUNTY — New Jersey Democrats are beginning to unite behind Analilia Mejia following her victory in the Thursday, February 5 special primary election...
Acting Attorney General Issues Statement on ICE Incident in Morris County
MORRIS COUNTY — Acting New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport confirmed that her office is actively investigating an incident involving U.S. Immigration and Customs...
Dover Town Council to Hold Regular Meeting on February 10
DOVER -- The Town of Dover Mayor and Town Council will hold a regular public meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m....
Dover Man Arrested at Extended Stay Motel on Outstanding Traffic Warrant
HANOVER TOWNSHIP — On Sunday, January 11, 2026, Hanover Township Police Officer Patrick Thompson arrested Julian Saltos, 33, of Dover, on an active traffic...
Dover Business Meet & Greet: Advancing Downtown Collaboration and Growth
DOVER -- Building on the momentum of last year’s successful business meetings and downtown engagement efforts, the Town of Dover is proud to announceBusiness...
CCM Data Science Program Ranked Top 10 in the Nation by TechGuide
MORRIS COUONTY — County College of Morris announced that its Data Science degree program has been ranked #10 in the nation by TechGuide’s 2026 Best Associate in Data Science Programs. This prestigious recognition underscores CCM’s commitment...
Decades of Service Recognized as Four Morris County Officers Retire
MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office recently honored four longtime members of its Bureau of Corrections as they prepare for retirement, recognizing...
Homelessness is Up, Funding is Down—Let’s Use Pork Money for NJ’s Most Vulnerable
MORRIS COUNTY -- Senate Republican Leader Anthony M. Bucco (R-Morris County) released the following statement calling on the Sherrill administration to redirect some of...
Morris County Hosts Project Homeless Connect
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Department of Human Services joined the Mental Health Association of Essex & Morris Inc. (MHA) and more than 40 community partners yesterday to host...
CVS Suddenly Out of Network for Over 800,000 on NJ Health Plan, Impacting Morris...
MORRIS COUNTY — CVS Pharmacy will soon be considered out of network for more than 800,000 New Jersey residents enrolled in Horizon NJ Health,...
Morris County Surrogate Launches “Hannah,” New AI Virtual Assistant Expanding 24/7 Public Access to...
MORRIS COUNTY — County Surrogate Heather J. Darling, Esq. is proud to announce the launch of “Hannah,” a new AI-powered Virtual Assistant, representing the...
Dover Business Meet & Greet: Advancing Downtown Collaboration and Growth
DOVER -- Building on the momentum of last year’s successful business meetings and downtown engagement efforts, the Town of Dover is proud to announceBusiness...
Have You Seen Meep? $7,000 Reward Offered for Missing Boston Terrier
MORRIS COUNTY -- A family is desperately seeking the public’s help to bring home Meep, a beloved female Boston Terrier who has been missing...
Out With the Old, In With the New: Lakeland Hills YMCA Unveils New Health...
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Lakeland Hills YMCA has officially opened the doors to its newly upgraded and reimagined Health and Fitness Center, marking a bold...
Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms to Host Free Valentine’s Open House
MORRIS COUNTY — The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms, the early 20th-century historic home of Gustav Stickley, is delighted to invite the public to...
Snowcone the Maltese Is Ready for Her Forever Home
PARSIPPANY -- Snowcone is a gentle, 7-year-old Maltese who is ready to begin a brand-new chapter—one filled with love, comfort, and companionship. This small,...
Footprints in Time” Photography Exhibit Features Transformation of Rare Glass Negatives, Interpretive Posters and Artifacts from 1800s
MORRIS COUNTY -- The community is invited to a free opening reception on Friday, February 6, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., as County College...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for Renovated Health and Wellness Center
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA marked a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to community health and wellness with a ribbon-cutting...
Out With the Old, In With the New: Lakeland Hills YMCA Unveils New Health...
MOUNTAIN LAKES — Lakeland Hills YMCA has officially opened the doors to its newly upgraded and reimagined Health and Fitness Center, marking a bold...
Lakeland Hills Family YMCA and Sunrise Senior Living to Host Winter Jazz Concert
MOUNTAIN LAKES — The Lakeland Hills Family YMCA, in partnership with Sunrise Senior Living, will present a Winter Jazz Concert on Thursday, March 26,...
Lakeland Hills YMCA Celebrates Praesidium Accreditation®. Raising the Bar for Youth Safety
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- As a leading youth-serving organization, the YMCA has a responsibility to provide safe, supportive, and nurturing environments for the 6.5 million...
Morris County Reorganizes in Nation’s Semiquincentennial Year
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris County Board of County Commissioners convened tonight for its annual reorganization, installing new leadership and swearing in reelected county officials as...
Police: DWI Suspect Nearly Hits Patrol Car
MOUNTAIN LAKES — A Boonton Township man was arrested following a late-night traffic stop in Mountain Lakes after police said his vehicle crossed into...
Honors Choir Selection Marks Major Achievement for Morris County Vocalists
MORRIS COUNTY -- The Morris Area Choral Directors Association (MACDA) is the professional organization for music educators in Morris County. The MACDA is best...
The Wait is Over: Lakeland Hills Family YMCA Opens Renovated Health & Fitness Center
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Lakeland Hills Family YMCA proudly announces the grand opening of its reimagined Health and Fitness Center on Monday, December 22 at...
A Look Inside the Mountain Lakes Library Makerspace
MOUNTAIN LAKES -- When you walk into the Mountain Lakes Public Library’s Makerspace, you can immediately sense the energy of creation with 3D printers...
Sherrill’s Resignation Triggers Two Special Elections in CD11
MORRIS COUNTY — Governor Phil Murphy has issued a writ of election to fill the vacancy in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District (CD-11), created...
Bartlett Raises More Than $500,000 in First Five Days of NJ-11 Campaign
PASSAIC COUNTY — Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett (D–Wayne) announced that his campaign for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District has raised more than $500,000...
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...