Staff-written local alerts, briefs, notices, and quick updates for Morristown-area readers.
New Jersey Awards $7 Million for Eviction Prevention Grants Across Morris County Region
May 19, 2026
New Jersey awarded $7 million in eviction prevention grants, including funding for Morris County housing and legal support services.
Road Work on I-287, Route 46 and Route 10 in Morris County
May 14, 2026
Road work affects key routes in Morristown, Parsippany, Roxbury, and Randolph through May 21. MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – The 511NJ lists several Morris County roadwork items as of Thursday, May
Boonton Begins Temporary Curb-Extension Test on Main Street
May 14, 2026
Boonton’s temporary curb extension on Main Street for Pedestrian Safety Project
Randolph Sets Morris Turnpike Milling and Paving Schedule
May 14, 2026
Randolph Twp Morris Turnpike Milling and Paving will limit access to Sussex Tpk and Dover Chester Rd.
NJ TRANSIT Rapid Action Plan Promises App, Tracking, Safety and Cleaning Upgrades
May 14, 2026
NJ TRANSIT unveils a rapid action plan with real-time tracking, cleaner stations, upgraded safety and a redesigned app.
Randolph Township Proposes $90K for Randolph Lake Improvements and Police Cameras
May 8, 2026
Randolph Township plans $90K for Randolph Lake improvements and police cameras at a May 19 public hearing.
NJDOL Stop-Work Orders Hit NJ Restaurant and Urgent Care Employers Over $240K Wage Violations
May 8, 2026
NJDOL issued stop-work orders to a Flemington restaurant and Jersey City urgent care employers over $240K in wage violations.
New Jersey Signs Mercury-Free Flooring and Restaurant Reservation Protection Laws
May 7, 2026
New Jersey approves mercury-free flooring rules and bans unauthorized third-party restaurant reservations.
Rockaway Event Lands NJ World Cup Grant in Major $5 Million Community Program
May 7, 2026
Rockaway’s Tri-County Fair 2026 received funding through New Jersey’s $5 million FIFA World Cup community grant program.
New Jersey Reports Gains in Graduation, Dual Enrollment and Career Readiness Measures
May 7, 2026
New Jersey schools improved graduation, dual enrollment and career readiness rates, though absenteeism remains elevated.