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Oak Ridge Resident Named to Kutztown University’s Fall 2026 Class

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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

MORRIS COUNTY — Alexa Scholz of Oak Ridge has been welcomed as a new member of the Kutztown University community for the 2026 fall semester.

Scholz, a graduate of Jefferson High School’s Class of 2026, is among the incoming freshmen, transfer and graduate students joining Kutztown University this fall.

Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, located on 289 acres in the East Penn Valley in Berks County, Pennsylvania, between Reading and Allentown. The university offers more than 130 areas of study across four colleges, along with an NCAA Division II athletics program featuring 23 varsity sports and more than 160 student clubs and organizations.

Dover Resident Named to Kutztown University’s Fall 2026 Class

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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

MORRIS COUNTY — Nicolas Francisco Moraga of Dover has been welcomed as a new member of the Kutztown University community for the 2026 fall semester, the university said.

Moraga, a graduate of Dover High School’s Class of 2026, is among the incoming freshmen, transfer and graduate students joining Kutztown University this fall.

Founded in 1866, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, located on 289 acres in the East Penn Valley in Berks County, Pennsylvania, between Reading and Allentown. The university offers more than 130 areas of study across four colleges, along with an NCAA Division II athletics program featuring 23 varsity sports and more than 160 student clubs and organizations.

Denville Man Charged With DWI Following Route 10 Traffic Stop

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MORRIS COUNTY — A Denville man was charged with driving while intoxicated following a motor vehicle stop on Route 10 West, according to the Denville Police Department.

Officers stopped the vehicle at approximately 1:27 a.m. on August 14 after observing a moving violation. During the investigation, the driver was identified as Zarko Tamburin, 49, of Denville. Officers determined that Tamburin was operating the vehicle while intoxicated and placed him under arrest, transporting him to Denville Police Headquarters for processing.

Tamburin was issued the following summonses:

  • Driving While Intoxicated (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50)
  • Careless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97)
  • Reckless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-96)
  • Speeding (N.J.S.A. 39:4-98)
  • Open Container of Alcohol in a Motor Vehicle (N.J.S.A. 39:4-51b)
  • Consent to Breath Samples (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50.2)
  • Refusal to Submit to a Chemical Test (N.J.S.A. 39:4-50a)

Tamburin was released pending a future court appearance in Denville Municipal Court.

Editor’s Note: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Boonton Republicans Rally Despite Storm at Mayor Lynch Fundraiser

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Ward 1 candidate Mark Wrobel, left, with Justin Musella.

BOONTON — Despite a powerful summer storm rolling through Boonton Thursday evening, approximately 50 supporters turned out for a Republican Council Kickoff Reception hosted by Mayor Jim Lynch at his home.

The fundraiser brought together Republicans from across Boonton to support the town’s slate of council candidates: Ward 1 candidate Mark Wrobel, Ward 2 candidate Bob Ezzi, Ward 3 candidate Rob Murray, and Ward 4 candidate Seamus Flaherty.

The evening was originally planned as an outdoor gathering, but the weather did little to dampen the enthusiasm of those who came out. With heavy rain and storms moving through the area, supporters still made the trip to Mayor Lynch’s residence, demonstrating strong enthusiasm for the candidates and the upcoming election.

The event featured drinks, light fare, and an opportunity for residents and supporters to meet the candidates, talk about the future of Boonton, and show their support for the Republican ticket.

With roughly 50 people braving the storm to attend, the evening served as an early indication of the energy behind the Republican campaign heading into the November election.

As the storm continued outside, the message from inside Mayor Lynch’s home was clear: Boonton Republicans are ready to work together, turn out voters, and compete in every ward this November.

Mosquito Control Treatment Scheduled Monday Morning in East Hanover

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EAST HANOVER — Mosquito control treatment is scheduled for a wooded area in East Hanover early Monday morning due to an increase in adult mosquito populations.

Weather permitting, the Morris County Division of Mosquito Control will treat the woods along River Road at Camp Thunderbird on Monday, August 24, between 4:00 and 6:00 a.m.

The treatment will be conducted using an all-terrain vehicle. Officials said the treatment will use either Anvil 2+2, which contains the active ingredient Sumithrin (EPA# 1021-1687-8329), or Zenivex E4, which contains the active ingredient Etofenprox (EPA# 2724-807).

Residents with questions about the mosquito control program or scheduled treatments can contact the Morris County Division of Mosquito Control at (973) 285-6450. Additional information, including pesticide product labels, is available on the Morris County Division of Mosquito Control website.

Morris County Sheriff’s Office Promotes Andrew Ledet to Sergeant

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Morris County Sheriff’s Office promotes Andrew Ledet to sergeant

MORRISTOWN — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office has promoted Andrew Ledet to the rank of sergeant, continuing a law enforcement career that began with the Morris County Park Police in 2017.

Ledet grew up in Rockaway Township and attended Morris Hills High School, where he competed in football and lacrosse. He earned All-Conference honors in lacrosse and received All-Conference, All-County and All-State recognition in football.

Ledet went on to play Division I football at Wagner College in Staten Island, New York. He graduated magna cum laude in 2013 with a Bachelor of Science degree in mathematics and a minor in physics.

After college, Ledet worked in several fields before beginning a career in technology. In 2015, he became a computer programmer with UnitedHealth Group.

He transitioned to law enforcement in 2017 when he joined the Morris County Park Police. Ledet graduated from the Morris County Public Safety Training Academy in November 2017 as a member of the 89th Basic Police Course.

Ledet served as a patrolman with the Park Police until the agency merged with the Morris County Sheriff’s Office in January 2022. He continued serving in the Patrol Division following the merger and was promoted to corporal in January 2025.

During his law enforcement career, Ledet has completed several forms of specialized training. He is certified to operate all-terrain vehicles, is a licensed drone pilot and serves as a member of the Crisis Intervention Team and as a field training officer.

The Sheriff’s Office said Ledet’s background in athletics, mathematics, technology and law enforcement reflects his commitment to leadership, public service and continued professional development.

Jefferson Police Receive $7,000 Grant for ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign

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Jefferson Township Police

JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP — The Jefferson Township Police Department has received a $7,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety to support increased impaired-driving enforcement as part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

The funding will allow the department to conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints aimed at identifying and removing impaired drivers from the road. The enforcement mobilization runs from August 19 through Labor Day, September 7.

Statewide, the Division of Highway Traffic Safety awarded more than $511,580 in grant funding to 106 local law enforcement agencies, along with $191,153 to the New Jersey State Police, to support the effort. Jefferson Township was one of five Morris County departments to receive funding, along with Chester Township, Dover, Parsippany-Troy Hills and Riverdale, each also receiving $7,000.

Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said impaired drivers put children, passengers, families, pedestrians, cyclists and police officers at risk on the road, and urged residents to arrange a sober ride, designate a driver, or stay put rather than get behind the wheel after drinking.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 11,367 people were killed nationwide in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes in 2024, accounting for about 20 percent of all traffic fatalities.

Dover Police Receive $7,000 Grant for ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign

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DOVER — The Dover Police Department has received a $7,000 grant from the New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic Safety to support increased impaired-driving enforcement as part of the statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

The funding will allow the department to conduct saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints aimed at identifying and removing impaired drivers from the road. The enforcement mobilization runs from August 19 through Labor Day, September 7.

Statewide, the Division of Highway Traffic Safety awarded more than $511,580 in grant funding to 106 local law enforcement agencies, along with $191,153 to the New Jersey State Police, to support the effort. Dover was one of five Morris County departments to receive funding, along with Chester Township, Jefferson, Parsippany-Troy Hills and Riverdale, each also receiving $7,000.

Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said impaired drivers put children, passengers, families, pedestrians, cyclists and police officers at risk on the road, and urged residents to arrange a sober ride, designate a driver, or stay put rather than get behind the wheel after drinking.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 11,367 people were killed nationwide in alcohol-impaired-driving crashes in 2024, accounting for about 20 percent of all traffic fatalities.

Keansburg Man Charged With Eluding Police After Denville Traffic Stop

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The Morris County Correctional Facility, located at 43 John Street in Morris Township, serves as the primary detention center operated by the Morris County Sheriff’s Office.

MORRIS COUNTY — A Keansburg man was arrested and charged with eluding law enforcement after fleeing a traffic stop in Denville, according to the Denville Police Department.

Officers stopped Christopher J. Cox, 33, on East Main Street on Tuesday, August 18, at approximately 10:57 p.m. after observing a moving violation, police said. Cox provided officers with a New York driver’s license but refused to provide the required vehicle documentation, then placed the vehicle in drive and fled the scene, according to police.

Because officers already had Cox’s driver’s license and his identity was known, a motor vehicle pursuit was not initiated, police said.

Members of the Denville Police Department Detective Bureau located and took Cox into custody on Wednesday, August 19.

Cox was charged with eluding law enforcement officers (N.J.S.A. 2C:29-2b, third degree) and issued multiple motor vehicle summonses, including:

  • Failure to Provide an Insurance Card (N.J.S.A. 39:3-29c)
  • Failure to Possess a Registration Card (N.J.S.A. 39:3-29b)
  • Operating an Unregistered Vehicle (N.J.S.A. 39:3-4)
  • Disregarding a Stop Sign (N.J.S.A. 39:4-144)
  • Reckless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-96)
  • Careless Driving (N.J.S.A. 39:4-97)
  • Failure to Signal (N.J.S.A. 39:4-126)
  • Failure to Maintain Lane (N.J.S.A. 39:4-88)
  • Improper Lane Change (N.J.S.A. 39:4-66)

Cox was lodged in the Morris County Correctional Facility pending a future court appearance in Morris County Superior Court.

Editor’s Note: The charges outlined in this publication are merely accusations, and the defendant and/or defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

Meet Gunner Dixon, a Gentle Senior Dog Looking for a Loving Home

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Meet Gunner, an 89-pound bundle of love who will fill your home with warmth.

MORRIS COUNTY — Thanks to a generous donor, Gunner’s adoption fee has been fully sponsored.

Meet Gunner, an 89-pound bundle of love who will fill your home with warmth. At seven years old, Gunner is a gentle senior with soulful puppy-dog eyes and a heart that’s ready to love deeply. Saved from the deep South of Georgia, where life hadn’t always been kind, he probably didn’t know where his last meal was coming from.

Gunner is very food motivated. His foster family has been working on him staying out of the kitchen and observing food preparation from afar. Gunner is perfectly fine waiting for the family to finish up in the kitchen, waiting patiently without any barking or fuss.

His foster family has watched the sparkle return to his eyes, the pep come back to his step, and his tail wag with growing joy. Gunner is friendly with everyone he meets, gets along well with other dogs, and has the calm, steady presence that makes senior dogs so special.

He is leash trained and house trained, an all-around great dog. Relaxing at home, he’ll settle nearby, perfectly content just being close to his people. Gunner prefers staying on the main level in a home where he can relax on the couch or floor, even if the humans are elsewhere. He also enjoys a good walk and strolls beautifully on leash.

Gunner is a wonderful dog who thrives with a little guidance and routine, and in return, gives a loyal, loving best friend. He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccines.

If you’re looking for a kind-hearted soul to share your days with, Gunner is waiting patiently to become part of your family.

More about Gunner Dixon: Good with dogs, good with older or considerate children only, good with adults, does not require a yard, leash trained, obedient, affectionate, eager to please, intelligent, even-tempered, gentle and goofy.

Apply to adopt Gunner Dixon at ehrdogs.org.

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