DOVER — Former Dover Ward 2 Councilman Sergio Rodriguez says the work email address of Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney was listed as his personal contact on two traffic summonses he received in Morristown, and he plans to file an Internal Affairs complaint.

Rodriguez said an officer pulled him over while he was working in Morristown and issued him the two summonses. When he reviewed them at home, he said, the email listed as his contact was [email protected].

A copy of one of the summonses, reviewed by Dover Focus, lists “[email protected]” in the email address field beside Rodriguez’s name and Dover address. The summons, returnable to Morristown Municipal Court, charges obstructing passage of other vehicles (N.J.S.A. 39:4-67) on Friday, November 6, at 9:16 p.m.

A copy of a Morristown traffic summons issued to former Dover Councilman Sergio Rodriguez lists the email address of Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney as his contact. Personal information has been redacted.

“I never gave the officer an email address, and I would never have given that one,” Rodriguez said. “My attorney and I find this highly irregular.”

Rodriguez said he consulted law enforcement professionals about whether the entry could have been an accident. “Unfortunately, there is no way it was. Someone put that email address there,” he said. “It is deeply disturbing for me and my family, because the Chief of Police in my hometown is being notified about my personal court matters.”

A former Morris County police officer questioned by Dover Focus said the information could not have been added automatically.

“As a former police officer in Morris County, I will tell you that the only way to input a phone number or an email is if it is manually inputted into RMS [Records Management System], which is the ticket generating system. So in other words, someone would have had to manually put Delaney’s email address in there. There’s no other way that would be put in there. In layman’s terms, it’s never an automatic insert is what I’m trying to say,” the former officer said.

Rodriguez said that ever since he served on the Dover Town Council and publicly questioned how the police department handled quality-of-life issues at the time, he has believed he was being targeted.

“Now it appears on an official court record,” he said. “I am not accusing anyone; I want to know who entered it, when, and why. Sunlight is the best disinfectant, so I am bringing this into the open.”

Rodriguez said the Morristown officer who stopped him was courteous and professional and gave no sign that he knew him. He said he is filing the Internal Affairs complaint so the facts come out through the proper channels.

“No resident should ever have their personal information routed to a police chief, no matter who they are or what they have said publicly,” Rodriguez said. “To the public: always check your ticket information. You never know who’s watching you.”

Dover Focus reached out to Dover Police Chief Jonathan Delaney for comment. As of publication, he had not responded to questions.

Carolyn Dorfman Dance Brings “Every Body Tells A Story” to Madison

Frank Cahill

November 7, 2026

MADISON — Carolyn Dorfman Dance, a contemporary modern dance company based in Union, will present “Every Body Tells A Story: Folk Tales, Family Stories, and Real Lives in Motion” at the Madison Community Arts Center, 10 Kings Road, on Saturday, December 5, at 4:00 p.m.

The afternoon invites audiences to join Artistic Director Carolyn Dorfman and the company for a joyful program in which dance takes center stage as the storyteller.

The family-friendly, interactive performance will be narrated by Dorfman and will feature excerpts from “Dance Stories,” “The Klezmer Sketch,” and “The Hero Within: The Story of Max Heller, Mary Mills, and Miracles.” Audience members will also have the opportunity to create their own dance alongside the company. The 90-minute program is a ticketed event.

The day before, on Friday, December 4, the company will offer a free, open-level dance workshop at the Madison Community Arts Center from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., led by Dorfman and several company members. Space is limited to 20 participants on a first-come, first-served basis, and registration is required.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children under 12. To purchase tickets or register for the free workshop, click here.

For more information, click here.

County College of Morris to Host Criminal Justice Career Fair

Frank Cahill

November 7, 2026

Criminal-Fair---CCM — Criminal Justice Career Fair

RANDOLPH — The County College of Morris (CCM) is inviting students, graduates and general job seekers to its Criminal Justice Career Fair on Thursday, November 19.

“Career fairs give students, job seekers and career changers the chance to talk directly with professionals who know their fields and find out what employers are looking for,” said Maureen Kazaba, professor in the Department of Criminal Justice at CCM. “You don’t have to be a criminal justice major to benefit. There are many career paths to explore, and meeting employers in person can also help students discover the education needed for opportunities they may not have considered.”

The free event will bring together more than 30 employers and agencies at the federal, state and local levels of law enforcement, public safety, emergency management and legal services. It will also include interactive exhibits and career insights.

According to labor market data from JobsEQ, approximately 4,500 people in Morris County work in occupations related to criminal justice and police science, with a projected need for more than 3,200 newly trained workers over the next seven years. Statewide, there is a projected need for nearly 46,000 newly trained workers across New Jersey over the same period.

Prospective students seeking a college education can learn about CCM’s associate degrees and certificates of achievement in criminal justice, justice studies, legal studies and emergency services, and how to apply for admission at CCM.

Attendees are welcome to bring copies of their resume as they introduce themselves to the participating organizations, including the United States Secret Service, New Jersey Army National Guard, New Jersey Courts Morris and Sussex Vicinage, Morris County Sheriff’s Office, Morris County Office of Temporary Assistance, Morris County Communications Center, Rutgers University, New Jersey Institute of Technology Department of Public Safety and Navigating Hope.

Police departments from local towns, including Butler, Chester, Denville, Dover, Hanover, Madison, Morris Plains, Morristown, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Rockaway and Wharton, along with the New Jersey State Police and New York Police Department Recruitment Section, are also among the participants.

CCM’s Criminal Justice program has been recognized by College Factual as among the top 10% of criminal justice programs nationwide and as a Best School for Associate Students to Study Criminal Justice and Corrections. The program has also received recognition from Best Accredited Colleges and Niche.

The career fair is scheduled to begin at 9:30 a.m. and last until 12:00 p.m. in the Jack Martin Gymnasium at CCM’s Health and Physical Education Building. Students attending the career fair should register in advance. Click here to register.

For more information about the department and areas of study, click here.

CCM is located at 214 Center Grove Road. Visitors can park in Lot 7.

Denville Bank Robber Sentenced to 10 Years in State Prison

Frank Cahill

November 7, 2026

MORRIS COUNTY — A 65-year-old Hackettstown man was sentenced Friday to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison for robbing a Denville Township bank of approximately $6,000 earlier this year, according to Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll.

Jason H. Perlett, 65, of Hackettstown, was sentenced Friday, November 6, by Superior Court Judge Ralph Amirata after pleading guilty on Monday, June 29, to one count of second-degree robbery. The sentence is subject to the No Early Release Act, which requires Perlett to serve 85 percent of his prison term before becoming eligible for parole.

According to authorities, the robbery occurred Monday, March 23, at the Bank of America branch at 125 East Main Street in Denville.

At approximately 3:58 p.m., law enforcement received a report that a man had entered the bank, handed a teller a note demanding money and fled with approximately $6,000 in cash. No weapon was displayed during the robbery, authorities said.

Following the robbery, the suspect entered a nearby vehicle and fled the area.

Investigators said New Jersey State Police later spotted the suspect’s vehicle traveling on Route 10 in Roxbury Township. At approximately 5:00 p.m., officers from the Roxbury Police Department and New Jersey State Police conducted a motor vehicle stop and took Perlett, who was driving the vehicle, into custody.

Authorities recovered evidence and suspected proceeds from the robbery inside the vehicle.

Perlett was subsequently charged and remained detained at the Morris County Correctional Facility while awaiting the resolution of his case.

Carroll credited several law enforcement agencies for their involvement in the investigation, including the Denville Police Department, Roxbury Police Department, Morris County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigations and K9 Units, Morristown Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New Jersey State Police and Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit.

How Jefferson Voted: Selen and Hathaway Carry Township in Commissioner and Congressional Races

Frank Cahill

November 6, 2026

Joe Hathaway and Tayfun Selen at Ann Grossi's Get-Out-The-Vote Breakfast — Republican congressional candidate Joe Hathaway, left, and Morris County Commissioner Tayfun Selen at Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi's annual Get-Out-The-Vote Breakfast at Knoll Country Club on Sunday, November 1.

JEFFERSON — Jefferson Township voters backed Republicans Tayfun Selen for Morris County Commissioner and Joe Hathaway for the 11th Congressional District on Tuesday, bucking the countywide results in both races, according to unofficial results from the Morris County Clerk’s Office as of Thursday, November 5, at 11:15 a.m.

Morris County Commissioner

In Jefferson, Republican Commissioner Tayfun Selen of Chatham received 4,175 votes, or about 55.4 percent, to 3,356 votes, or about 44.5 percent, for Democrat Christopher “Chris” Russo of Morristown. There were 7 write-in votes. Selen carried the township by 819 votes.

Countywide, Russo led with 105,811 votes, or 55.46 percent, to 84,781 votes, or 44.44 percent, for Selen, with 200 write-ins. The seat carries a three-year term.

11th Congressional District

In the race for the House of Representatives, Hathaway received 4,232 votes in Jefferson, or about 54.9 percent, to 3,364 votes, or about 43.7 percent, for Democratic Congresswoman Analilia Mejia. Independent Alan B. Bond, running under the slogan “Hope For Tomorrow,” received 54 votes, and there were 54 write-ins. Hathaway carried the township by 868 votes.

In the Morris County portion of the district, Mejia received 79,926 votes, or 54.74 percent, to 64,577 votes, or 44.23 percent, for Hathaway. Bond received 1,170 votes and there were 335 write-ins. The 11th District also includes parts of Essex and Passaic counties.

Turnout

Of Jefferson’s 16,537 registered voters, 7,849 cast ballots, a turnout of 47.46 percent. That included 5,644 votes cast on Election Day, 1,245 during early voting and 960 by mail. Countywide turnout was 50.74 percent, with 199,143 ballots cast out of 392,514 registered voters.

Results are as of Thursday, November 5, at 11:15 a.m. and remain unofficial until certified by the Morris County Board of County Canvassers.

Oak Ridge Residents Collecting Leftover Halloween Candy for Veterans

Frank Cahill

November 6, 2026

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — Residents with leftover Halloween candy can put it to good use by donating it to veterans through a collection drive in the Oak Ridge section of the township.

Organizers say the drive is a great way to get rid of extra candy from the Switch Witch, or any candy families simply do not want.

Candy may be dropped off at either of two locations:

3 Park Lane, Oak Ridge
170 Schoolhouse Road, Oak Ridge

Donations will be accepted through Friday, November 20.

Ioffredo Thanks Voters and Opponents After Winning Jefferson Township Council Seat

Frank Cahill

November 5, 2026

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — Councilwoman Yvonne Ioffredo thanked residents and congratulated her opponents after winning the unexpired term on the Jefferson Township Council in Tuesday’s general election.

“I want to thank and congratulate Alejandro Torres and Christopher Peters for a race very well run. They are formidable opponents and I am honored to have them both on the ticket. I would encourage them both to continue to be involved in this township’s political future,” said Ioffredo.

“I also want to thank the citizens of Jefferson for their votes and confidence in my place on the Council. This position is extremely important to me and I will do my absolute best to keep Jefferson the kind of ‘home town’ we all love.”

According to unofficial results, Ioffredo received 3,656 votes, or 49.11 percent. Democrat Christopher A. Peters received 2,732 votes, or 36.70 percent, and Independent Alejandro Torres received 1,047 votes, or 14.07 percent. Ioffredo, who was appointed to the council in August, will serve the remainder of the term vacated by former Councilman Dan Schultz.

Click here for the full Jefferson Township election results.

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Opens First North Jersey Store in Dover

Frank Cahill

November 5, 2026

DOVER — Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, the discount chain known for its “Good Stuff Cheap” slogan, has opened its first North Jersey store in the former Big Lots space at 550 Mount Pleasant Avenue, next to Home Depot.

The store held its grand opening on Thursday, October 29, and is open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Ollie’s sells closeout, excess-inventory and overstocked brand-name merchandise, including food, toys, clothing, housewares and furniture, at prices the company says are up to 70 percent below those at traditional retailers.

The Dover location is the chain’s twelfth in New Jersey. Most of its other New Jersey stores are in Central and South Jersey, including Bridgeton, Browns Mills, Cherry Hill, Clementon, Deptford, Egg Harbor Township, Hamilton, Lawrence Township, Lumberton, Old Bridge and Toms River.

The store fills space left vacant when Big Lots closed stores after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Ollie’s has taken over dozens of former Big Lots locations nationwide, including the New Jersey stores in Clementon and Lumberton.

Headquartered in Pennsylvania, Ollie’s operates more than 700 stores across the country and expects to continue expanding, with a long-term goal of more than 1,300 locations nationwide.

Shoppers can join Ollie’s Army, the store’s free rewards program, at the register. New members receive 15 percent off a future purchase and earn one point for every dollar spent, with rewards for every 250 points.

For more information, click here.

Hathaway Concedes 11th District Race, Calls for Next Generation of Republican Leadership

Frank Cahill

November 5, 2026

RANDOLPH — Republican Joe Hathaway conceded the race for New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District following Tuesday’s general election, congratulating Congresswoman Analilia Mejia on her victory and calling on the Republican Party to make way for a new generation of leadership.

Mejia, a Democrat, won a full two-year term with about 55 percent of the vote, according to unofficial results, defeating Hathaway for the second time this year. She first won the seat in the April special election.

Hathaway, a Randolph Township Council member and the township’s immediate past Mayor, released the following statement:

“Tonight, I congratulate Rep. Analilia Mejia on her victory and wish her well as she continues representing New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.

“While tonight’s result is not what we had hoped for, I could not be prouder of the campaign we ran, the people who stood alongside us, and the message we carried to every corner of this district.

“But let me be very clear: Losing an election does not mean surrendering our principles. And it certainly does not mean giving up the fight.

“The challenges facing our communities and our country are simply too great for us to throw in the towel. We cannot sit back while socialism gains ground in Washington, while government grows more intrusive, and while the common-sense values that built this country are pushed further to the sidelines. Those of us who believe in freedom, opportunity, personal responsibility, and the American Dream have an obligation to keep standing up and speaking out. And that starts with taking a hard look at our own party.

“Despite the swirl of political rhetoric, the division, and the noise that too often defines our politics, I still believe the Republican Party can be the party of freedom, opportunity, and a better future for every American. We can be the party that welcomes new voices, builds coalitions, solves problems, and puts people ahead of politics.

“But we need to wake up. It is time for the next generation of Republican leadership to step forward. Not tomorrow. Not in another election cycle. Right now.

“Our party cannot simply rely on the battles of yesterday to win the fights of tomorrow. We need leaders who understand the challenges facing young families, who recognize that affordability is not a talking point but a daily struggle, and who are willing to stand on principle without being consumed by partisan politics.

“We need a Republican Party that is not just against the radical policies of the left, but is unapologetically for something: freedom, prosperity, safer communities, stronger families, and a government that works for the people it serves.

“That is the Republican Party I believe in. That is the Republican Party I ran to represent. And that is the Republican Party I will continue fighting to build.

“To my wife Whitney, our children, and our entire family, thank you for your unwavering love, patience, and support. To our volunteers, supporters, donors, and every voter who believed in this campaign, I cannot thank you enough. You gave your time, your energy, and your faith to something bigger than any one candidate.

“We may not have won tonight, but the values we fought for are worth fighting for tomorrow, and every day after that. As long as I am here, I will continue to fight for those values, for our communities, and for the future of this country.

“Because this fight was never about one election, one candidate, or one political party. It was about the kind of country we want to leave to the next generation. And that is a fight I will never walk away from.”

Hathaway lives in Randolph with his wife, Whitney, and their three young children.

David Tomlin Joins Newmark Associates

Frank Cahill

November 5, 2026

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — David Tomlin has joined Newmark Associates as a commercial real estate agent, specializing in industrial and flex properties. His experience spans market research, property analysis, prospecting, and property marketing, working directly with property owners, investors, tenants, and business owners throughout New Jersey.

Tomlin began his career in Virginia, where he built a strong foundation in the industry through hands-on work in the market. Using platforms such as CoStar and LoopNet, he researched properties, evaluated market opportunities, and developed a broad understanding of commercial real estate.

Beyond brokerage, Tomlin has worked alongside commercial investors and gained experience in property management, giving him perspective on both the brokerage and ownership sides of the business. That background provides a practical understanding of what goes into acquiring, owning, and operating commercial properties, insight he brings to every client relationship.

Today, Tomlin focuses on the New Jersey market, helping clients identify opportunities and develop solutions that meet their commercial real estate needs.

Newmark Associates, CRE, located in Cedar Knolls, is certified as a woman-owned business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council, and is an affiliate of the Commercial Real Estate Supplier Diversity Alliance (CRESDA), servicing the supplier diversity requirements of Fortune 100 companies across the country. Celebrating more than 35 years in the commercial real estate industry as one of the top brokerage companies in the state, Newmark Associates has been recognized repeatedly with awards by both NJBIZ magazine and the CoStar Commercial Real Estate organization. Newmark specializes in lease and sales transactions of office, industrial, retail, land, healthcare, and mixed-use properties.

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