Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
Morris Twp 2026 Budget and Cap-Bank Ordinance Approved
April 23, 2026
Morris Twp 2026 municipal budget and ordinance to exceed state budget cap and create a cap bank were approved.
State Budget Proposal Would Bring Family Connects NJ to Morris County in 2027
April 21, 2026
NJ’s FY2027 budget proposal expands Family Connects NJ to Morris County in 2027, bringing free nurse home visits to families with newborns.
NJ Breaks Ground on New Affordable Housing for Veterans and Seniors
April 16, 2026
On April 10, the governor used a groundbreaking for Petersen Commons in Woodbridge, a 60-unit 100% affordable senior and veterans housing community, to highlight an $11 million FY2027 budget allocation
Early voting expansion for May municipal elections
April 16, 2026
Governor Sherrill Signs Legislation Allowing Expansion of Early Voting for May Municipal Elections
NJ lost 10,300 jobs February as unemployment edged down to 5.1%
April 16, 2026
New Jersey payrolls fell by 10,300 in February as unemployment edged down to 5.1%
Florham Park awarded $61,512 recreation grant for Volunteer’s Park playground
April 16, 2026
Florham Park listed for $61,512 recreation grant after borough sought Volunteer’s Park playground funding.
NJ Transit to hold emergency drill at MetLife on Saturday ahead of FIFA planning
April 16, 2026
NJ Transit to hold emergency drill at MetLife Stadium on Saturday ahead of FIFA planning
Boonton road-closure for Mechanic Street starting April 20
April 16, 2026
100 block of Mechanic Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. beginning Monday, April 20, for about eight days.
Skunk tests positive for rabies in Morris Plains
April 15, 2026
The Borough of Morris Plains posted a notice on April 10, 2026 that a skunk tested positive for rabies in the borough.
Morris Family Justice Center marks 10 years in Morristown
April 13, 2026
Anniversary highlights center’s one-location model for domestic violence, dating abuse, and sexual assault services.