Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
Rutgers Poll Finds 83% Support for New Jersey’s School Cellphone Restrictions
October 13, 2026
83% of New Jersey adults support restrictions on nonacademic cellphone use throughout the public school day, according to a Rutgers Poll.
New Jersey Black Bear Hunt Runs Through Oct. 17
October 13, 2026
New Jersey’s 2026 black bear hunt runs Oct. 12–17, with archery and muzzleloader dates, harvest limits and check station requirements.
Boonton Seeks Public Input on Downtown District That Would Assess Property Owners
October 9, 2026
Boonton seeks public input Oct. 20 on a proposed downtown improvement district that would assess property owners to fund services.
Midtown Direct Trains Will Shift to Hoboken for Five Weeks Starting Monday
October 9, 2026
NJ Transit Midtown Direct trains will shift to Hoboken Oct. 12–Nov. 14. See schedule changes, transfer options and ticket rules.
Morris Township Approves 14 Homes at 291 James Street, Including Three Affordable Units
October 6, 2026
Morris Township approved 14 homes at 291 James Street, including three affordable units. A formal resolution is still pending.
Zufall and St. James Receive State Funding to Combine Primary, Mental Health and Addiction Care
October 6, 2026
Zufall Health and St. James Health receive $665,928 from NJ to expand integrated primary, mental health and addiction care.
New Jersey minimum wage will reach $16.48 on Jan. 1
September 29, 2026
Most workers will receive a 56-cent increase in the wage floor, while separate rates apply to small employers, farmworkers and direct-care staff.
Mendham Water Notice Explains Yard Inspections for Unidentified Service Lines
September 24, 2026
New Jersey American Water plans service line inspections in Mendham to identify lead and galvanized pipes. Learn what residents should expect.
Morris County Flood-Map Review Moves Toward Sept. 25 Appeal Period
September 24, 2026
Morris County’s proposed flood maps enter a appeal period Sept. 25. Learn how to review your property’s flood risk and submit an appeal.
New Jersey Proposes Raising Newborn Blood Screening Fee to $260
September 21, 2026
New Jersey proposes raising its newborn blood screening fee from $150 to $260. Public comments are due Nov. 20.