MORRIS COUNTY — The Morris Hills High School Class of 1976 is preparing to celebrate a major milestone with its 50th Reunion on Saturday, September 19, from 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Wharton American Legion Post 91, located at 99 North Main Street, Wharton.

Classmates and guests will enjoy an evening filled with memories, music, food, and friendship as alumni reunite five decades after graduation. Entertainment for the evening will feature Tropical Storm, the band led by classmate Kevin McArdle, along with a DJ. Organizers are encouraging attendees to submit song suggestions to help create the perfect soundtrack for the reunion celebration.

Dinner will be catered by Brick 46 and served buffet-style. A cash bar will also be available throughout the evening.

Prior to the reunion festivities, alumni are invited to take part in a special tour of Morris Hills High School from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on September 19.

Organizers are currently seeking a headcount for the event and ask classmates to provide their contact information, including mailing address, email address, phone number, and the name of any guest attending. Information can be sent to Barbara Borkstrom-Kabasakalian at [email protected] or by calling (973) 580-1433. Correspondence may also be mailed to: Class of 1976 Reunion, P.O. Box 23, Wharton, NJ 07885.

The reunion committee noted they are especially excited to reconnect with classmates and celebrate lifelong friendships formed at Morris Hills High School.

As part of the evening, organizers will also honor classmates who have passed away through a special “Stairway to Heaven” remembrance tribute. The tribute will recognize classmates who are no longer with them in body but remain forever in spirit.

The reunion committee includes Vito Bianco, Barbara Borkstrom-Kabasakalian, Joe Matta, Michele Gizzo-Risley, Dani Jordan-Gendel, Cheryl Dodge-Curtis, Pauline Nudelman-Henderson, Debbie Overbeck-Cirone, Lauren Faas-Lemaster, Renee Schreiber-Melagrano, and Denise McCarthy.

Classmates are encouraged to spread the word and help reconnect fellow graduates for what promises to be a memorable evening celebrating 50 years of friendship, memories, and Morris Hills pride.

MORRIS COUNTY — Congresswoman Analilia Mejia will face three challengers in the Democratic primary election on Tuesday, June 2, marking the third election in just five months for the 11th Congressional District seat.

Mejia won a special election earlier this year following the resignation of Mikie Sherrill, who stepped down in January after being elected governor of New Jersey.

Seeking the Democratic nomination alongside Mejia are former Morristown Mayor Donald Cresitello, Montville resident Joseph Lewis, and Chatham Borough Councilman Justin Strickland.

The winner of the Democratic primary will advance to the general election on Tuesday, November 3, where they will face Joe Hathaway, who is running unopposed in the Republican primary, for a full two-year term in Congress.

New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District includes communities throughout Morris County and portions of Essex and Passaic counties. Major municipalities in the district include Parsippany-Troy Hills, Morristown, Randolph, Montville, Denville, Rockaway Township, Chatham Township, Chatham Borough, Livingston, West Orange, Montclair, Verona, Caldwell, Wayne, and Little Falls, among others. The district is considered one of New Jersey’s most politically competitive congressional districts and represents a diverse mix of suburban communities.

MORRIS COUNTY — The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission announced that all agency locations statewide will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

The closure includes all NJMVC agencies, road test sites, and vehicle inspection stations throughout New Jersey.

Officials said regular operations will be normal on Saturday, May 23.

Residents are reminded that many motor vehicle services remain available online through the commission’s website. More than 25 services can be completed electronically, including driver license renewals and replacements, vehicle registration renewals, address changes, driver record requests, and personalized license plate applications.

The commission encourages customers to visit the NJMVC website before traveling to an agency office to complete transactions online, schedule appointments, and resolve common customer service issues.

MORRIS COUNTY — “Last year was our first time participating in the 5K, and it meant so much to be surrounded by people who understand loss but also celebrate the gift of life,” said Emmie. “This event is incredibly powerful — it reminds us that even in the hardest moments, there is hope and there is healing.”

NJ Sharing Network’s 5K Celebration of Life Walk and USATF Sanctioned Race will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at NJ Sharing Network headquarters in New Providence, NJ. The event is one of the Garden State’s largest and most recognized charitable 5K events, bringing together thousands of participants to honor the gift of life and support the Sharing Network Foundation. To sign up to participate in the 5K Celebration of Life or contribute to a team, click here.

According to the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) and NJ Sharing Network, more than 100,000 Americans — including nearly 4,000 New Jerseyans — are currently waiting for a lifesaving organ transplant. To learn more about organ and tissue donation or to register as a donor click here.