Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
Denville closes on first St. Francis tract as project acreage changes
September 1, 2026
Denville closed on 17 acres of the St. Francis property, with another 33 acres expected to close in October.
Federal charges add a second explosives case against Denville man
September 1, 2026
Denville man Joseph Rizos faces three federal explosives charges tied to materials allegedly stored at his home. No motive is alleged.
Cocktails-To-Go Become Permanent for New Jersey Restaurants and Bars
August 28, 2026
New Jersey makes cocktails-to-go permanent for qualifying restaurants and bars, with 16-ounce limits and age-verification rules.
Morris County Leads NJ in ARRIVE Mental-Health Contacts
August 28, 2026
Morris County recorded 3,669 ARRIVE Together mental-health interactions, the most in New Jersey, as the program expands countywide.
Jersey City crews rescue 69 people from flash-flooded vehicles
August 21, 2026
Emergency crews rescued 69 people from flooded vehicles in Jersey City as storms hit North Jersey, with more rain possible this weekend.
New Jersey lost an estimated 25,600 jobs in July
August 21, 2026
New Jersey lost an estimated 25,600 jobs in July 2026 as unemployment fell to 4.4%, signaling a weakening labor market.
Northwest NJ Workforce Board Gets $1M Digital-Literacy Grant
August 21, 2026
Northwest New Jersey workforce board receives $1M for digital-skills training for Work First New Jersey clients in Morris, Sussex and Warren.
Montville clears 10 unsafe structures for removal at former Condurso property
August 18, 2026
Montville approved removal of 10 unsafe structures at 96 River Road and $7,600 for asbestos oversight and air monitoring.
New Medicaid Rules Could Affect 540,000 in New Jersey
August 18, 2026
New Medicaid work rules start Jan. 1, 2027, potentially affecting 540,000 New Jersey adults. Here’s what residents should know.
New Jersey Childhood Vaccine Rules Remain Unchanged After Federal Order
August 18, 2026
New Jersey says school vaccine requirements remain unchanged despite a federal order revising childhood vaccine recommendations.