Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
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.
New Jersey fully reopens child care assistance program
April 13, 2026
All eligible families can again apply for Child Care Assistance Program benefits.
DCA awards nearly $10 million in recreation grants, with several Morris County recipients
April 13, 2026
New Jersey’s latest round of Local Recreation Improvement Grants includes multiple Morris County recipients.
Millbrook Avenue Closure in Randolph for Gas Main Installation
April 8, 2026
Millbrook Avenue Closure in Randolph for Gas Main Installation, work continues through July.
Overnight sidewalk pressure washing, no-parking zones, possible water discoloration
April 8, 2026
Overnight sidewalk pressure washing hits South Street, Speedwell Ave, Morris Street, Washington Street and Martin Luther King Avenue with no-parking zones and possible water discoloration.Â