Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
New Jersey Expands Job-Protected Family Leave Rights
July 20, 2026
New Jersey expands job-protected family leave, lowering eligibility thresholds and extending reinstatement rights to more workers.
Parsippany Man Sentenced for Shooting at Federal Agents
July 20, 2026
Parsippany’s Maloy Amador was sentenced to 24 years for attempting to kill federal officers and committing drug and firearms crimes.
The Grand Café Marks 45 Years in Morristown
July 9, 2026
The Grand Café celebrates 45 years in downtown Morristown, honoring its family legacy, longtime staff and new generation of leadership.
Morris County Awards $4.92M in Historic Preservation Grants
July 9, 2026
Morris County awards $4.92 million in 2026 historic preservation grants to support 35 projects across 20 municipalities and protect local landmarks.
New Jersey Awards Nearly $7 Million for Reentry Grants Across North Jersey
July 9, 2026
New Jersey awards nearly $7 million in reentry grants to 41 organizations providing housing, job training and prerelease support statewide.
Gotham FC Will Shift Home Matches to Queens in 2028, Keep Whippany Training Base
July 9, 2026
Gotham FC will move home matches to Etihad Park in Queens in 2028 while keeping its dedicated training and performance center in Whippany.
Former Hudson County Parks Director Pleads Guilty in $1.5 Million Bribe and Kickback Scheme
July 9, 2026
Former Hudson County Parks Director Russell Fallacara pleaded guilty in a $1.5 million bribery and kickback scheme involving county contracts.
Man Pleads Guilty to Posing as Federal Officer During Armed Home Search
July 6, 2026
A former Marine pleaded guilty to multiple charges including impersonating a Homeland Security officer during an armed search of a NJ home.
Route 10 Westbound Lane Closure in Roxbury Starts July 7
July 6, 2026
Route 10 westbound in Roxbury will have a right-lane closure from July 7 to July 21 for gas main work. Drivers should expect delays.
Morristown Teen Dies After Apparent Drowning at Jones Pond
July 6, 2026
An 18-year-old Morristown resident died after an apparent drowning at Jones Pond in Morris Township on July 4, authorities said.