MORRIS COUNTY — The CCM Center for Cyber Security, Department of Information Technologies and Cyber Security Club at County College of Morris (CCM) will be offering workshops and other events in October as part of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national effort to help everyone stay protected whenever and however they connect.
The overarching theme for 2019 is, “Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT.” and CCM is proud to be a champion and support this online safety and education initiative.

All CCM National Cybersecurity Awareness Month events are free and open to the public and take place on the college’s campus at 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph.
The kick-off takes place Tuesday, October 1, with hands-on, fun activities in the Center for Cyber Security in Emeriti Hall, Room 217, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.

A session on how to “Protect Your Password 2019 Style” will be held on Tuesday, October 8, in the Center for Cyber Security, Emeriti Hall, Room 217, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

The evening of Wednesday, October 16, will be Cybersecurity Movie Night with a film selected by CCM students. That takes place in the Student Community Center, Davidson Room B, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

A session on virtual private networks, “Connect Safely – Use a VPN,” will be held on Tuesday, October 29, in the Center for Cyber Security, Emeriti Hall, Room 217, from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

The closing session will be a Tabletop Cyber Stratego game. Stratego is an old board game using military pieces with the object to “capture the flag” of the other team. Cybersecurity competitions are based on this strategy and outcome. This is a great way to learn more about cyber competitions and about the field of cybersecurity.

CCM is listed as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency (NSA) and Department of Homeland Security (DHS). CCM is the first community college in New Jersey to hold that designation. The college’s certificate program in Information Security is mapped to NSA and DHS standards. Along with the information security certificate, the Information Technologies department offers degrees in computer science, information technology, game development, media technology and technical studies. Other certificate programs include web development and media technology. To learn more about the degrees and certificates that are offered, click here.

For additional information on the Cybersecurity Month events, email [email protected].

MORRIS COUNTY — Morris County Prosecutor Fredric M. Knapp, Acting Chief of Investigations Christoph Kimker, and Pequannock Township Police Chief Brian C. Spring confirm an active investigation into a bank robbery that occurred this morning in Pequannock.

At approximately 10:43 a.m., law enforcement received a report of a bank robbery that occurred at the Wells Fargo Bank, 523 Route 23, in Pequannock.

The subsequent investigation has revealed that a male entered the bank branch and demanded money. The investigation has revealed that the suspect appears to be an older white male with a black beard, which is possibly fake. He was last seen wearing dark colored pants, a dark colored hooded Adidas sweatshirt with white stripes on the arms, a dark colored ball cap, and glasses.

Numerous law enforcement agencies have responded and are currently investigating this incident, including the Pequannock Police Department, the Morris County Sheriff’s Office Crime Scene Investigations Unit, the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Unit, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident, including the identity of this male, is urged to call the Morris County Prosecutor’s Office – Major Crimes Unit at (973) 285-6200 or the Pequannock Police Department at (973) 835-1700.

MORRIS COUNTY — Meet Jodi, a 10-year-old French Bulldog/English Bulldog mix!

Jodi is a laid back lady who is looking for a soft bed and a cool breeze to hang out in. She is affectionate, loving, and cannot wait to snuggle with her people!

Jodi’s ideal home would also include a yard as she loves to go in her foster’s yard and just take a sniff around. Jodi is currently living with other pups and would do just fine in a home with another dog(s) who aren’t too rowdy. She can also live with children 10+.

She loves all people she meets and gives lots of kisses! Jodi is looking for a quieter home with an extra comfy couch for her and her big ears. She would really like to spend her day hanging out, meeting new friends, and getting lots of hugs.

If you’re looking for a sweet, easy going girl, apply to adopt Jodi today!

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MORRIS COUNTY — County College of Morris (CCM) will hold its Fall Open House on Saturday, October 19, for students and their parents, and others interested in advancing their education and career opportunities.

Two sessions will be held, starting in the Dragonetti Auditorium located in the Student Community Center, 214 Center Grove Road, Randolph. The first session begins at 10:00 a.m. and the second at noon. Registration is required to ensure participants can learn about the academic programs that interest them the most. To register click here.

Open House participants will be able to learn about CCM’s 50 associate degrees and certificate and other professional development programs, financial aid, career opportunities, athletics, student groups and more.

Students at CCM, considered one of the state’s best community colleges, are taught by a nationally recognized faculty committed to student success. For three years in a row, PayScale has rated CCM #1 in New Jersey for community college graduates who earn the highest salaries. Washington Monthly also has rated CCM 12th in the nation for being a “Best College for Adult Learners.” CCM also is the only community college in New Jersey to be designated a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency and Department of Homeland Security.

The quality of a CCM education further is reflected in the success and satisfaction of alumni. Year after year, more than 95 percent of graduates rate their CCM education as good to excellent.

The Fall Open House includes Academic Spotlight Tours so students can learn about the programs of study that interest them, an Academic Support Services and Student Life Fair and an Admissions Application Station where they can talk one-on-one with CCM staff and have the $30.00 application fee waived.

Visitors can park in Lot 6 or 7. For more information, call (973) 328-5100 or email [email protected].

MORRIS COUNTY — Senator Joe Pennacchio (R-26) and Senator Steven Oroho (R-24) joined Senate President Stephen Sweeney (D-3) for a boat tour of Lake Hopatcong today to gain a first-hand understanding of the blue-green algae blooms that caused the lake and others across New Jersey to be closed for recreation for much of the summer.

After the tour, Pennacchio and Oroho issued the following statement:

“We were glad to have the opportunity to join local officials and the Senate President for today’s tour of Lake Hopatcong. Before his untimely death, our dear colleague Senator Bucco was scheduled to join us. We are sure Tony was there in spirit.

“We received a commitment from the Senate President that Lake Hopatcong, Greenwood Lake, and all impacted New Jersey lakes would get much-needed help.

“Further, we will be meeting with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection to get badly needed answers to some important questions.

“We are committed to working together to ensure these lakes are never closed again.”

HANOVER TOWNSHIP — Spend the day at the Whippany Railway Museum and Celebrate  the Fall Harvest and the Season of the Witch, during the Museum’s 19th Annual Pumpkin Festival. Sunday, October 6 from 12:00 Noon to 5:30 p.m., Rain or Shine. Trains depart every 45 minutes beginning at 12:30 p.m. through 5:00 p.m. Trains depart from 1 Railroad Plaza (intersection of Route 10 West and Whippany Road) in Whippany. The cost is Adults: $16.; Children (under 12): $11.; Infants (1 year & under): Free (*NOTE: Train Fare includes admission to Museum Building & grounds)

Walk among the pumpkins, corn shocks and grinning scare-crows.

Enjoy the wares of local craft merchants and railroad memorabilia dealers at the “Pumpkin Marketplace Crafts Fair”.

Enter the cab of 112 year-old steam locomotive No. 385 where you can sit in the engineer’s seat and blow the whistle and ring the bell.

View two operating model railroad layouts. Climb aboard the “Pumpkinliner” excursion train and relax as the train follows the route of the historic “Whippanong Trail”.

For full details and online tickets, click here  or call (973) 887-8177.