Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
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.
Schuyler Place Garage Access Closed Through July 6
July 2, 2026
Schuyler Place entrance and exit at Morristown’s Ann/Bank Garage are closed through July 6. Drivers should use the Bank Street access.
Morris County Opens Cooling Centers as Extreme Heat Warning Runs Through July Fourth Weekend
July 2, 2026
Morris County issues an extreme heat warning through July 4. Find cooling centers, safety tips, trash collection changes and holiday updates.
Randolph Sets July 23 Hearings on Sewer Rules, Craft Manufacturing and Capital Spending
June 29, 2026
Randolph Township will hold July 23 hearings on sewer grease interceptor rules, craft alcohol manufacturing and a $72,000 capital spending plan.
New NJ Disability Provider Oversight Law Starts July 1
June 29, 2026
NJ’s disability provider oversight law takes effect July 1, strengthening accountability with civil penalties for serious care violations.
New Jersey Sends $120 Summer Food Benefits to Eligible Children
June 29, 2026
New Jersey is sending $120 Summer EBT benefits to more than 681,000 eligible children to help families buy food during summer break.