Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
Chatham Twp to Begin Safe Routes Sidewalk Construction on Spring Street and Lafayette Avenue
June 17, 2026
Chatham Twp begins a $599K Safe Routes project adding ADA sidewalks, crosswalks, and safer school walking routes through August 2026.
Morris County Road Work Closes Lanes on Routes 10, 23, 46, 202, NJ 15 and I-80
June 15, 2026
Morris County road work causes lane closures on Routes 10, 23, 46, 202, NJ 15 and I-80. Expect delays in Morristown and nearby areas.
Morris County Honors Kelly Stephens Upon Retirement After 30 Years Leading Housing Authority
June 15, 2026
Morris County honors Kelly Stephens as Housing Authority director retires after 30 years, with Gregory Brown appointed successor.
USDA Disaster Designation Opens Emergency Loan Access for Morris County Farmers
June 15, 2026
USDA disaster designation opens emergency loan access for Morris County farmers affected by the April 2026 freeze. Apply by Feb. 8, 2027.
Mine Hill Among Districts Receiving New Jersey High-Impact Tutoring Grants
June 11, 2026
Mine Hill Township receives a $40,000 New Jersey grant to expand high-impact tutoring and boost student achievement in math and ELA.
NJ Transit World Cup Service Changes Will Affect Morris & Essex and Montclair-Boonton Riders
June 11, 2026
NJ Transit will alter service for World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium. Learn key dates and impacts on Morris & Essex riders.
Randolph Water Main Projects Will Cause Road Closures Through Summer
June 11, 2026
Randolph Water Main Projects Cause Pleasant Hill Road and Millbrook Avenue Closures Through Summer 2026
New Jersey Urges Residents to Review Insurance Coverage as Hurricane Season Begins
June 9, 2026
NJ reminds residents to review insurance coverage as hurricane season begins; most homeowners and renters policies do not cover flood damage.
NJ Expands REAL ID With Digital Proof of Address Now Accepted
June 9, 2026
NJ issues 300k REAL IDs in first four months of Sherrill administration as it begins accepting digital proof of address.
Morris Plains Blood Drive Scheduled Amid Critical Supply Warning
June 9, 2026
Morris Plains Blood Drive on June 11 as New York Blood Center warns of a critical blood shortage, with less than one day of type O blood available.