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Free author panel to feature 4 local writers Oct. 11 in Whippany
WHIPPANY, N.J. (Morris County) — The Hanover Township Cultural Arts Committee will host a free author panel featuring four published writers on Sunday, Oct. 11, offering a look at the writing and publishing process. The…
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NJ bill would broaden tinted vehicle window exemptions for elected officials, law enforcement and families
TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey lawmaker has introduced legislation that would allow certain elected officials, law enforcement officers and other covered individuals and their family members to apply for…
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Data center lawsuit against Andover Township dismissed
ANDOVER TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Sussex County) — A lawsuit filed by a Pennsylvania-based developer challenging Andover Township’s ordinance prohibiting data centers throughout the municipality has been dismissed, township officials announced Thursday.…
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Project Self-Sufficiency receives $20K grant to support food pantry
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Project Self-Sufficiency has received a $20,000 grant from the FirstEnergy Foundation to support its Nourish to Flourish food pantry and efforts to address food insecurity…
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Route 181 northbound to close Wednesday with alternating traffic in Jefferson
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — Route 181 northbound is scheduled to close during the day Wednesday for paving work in Jefferson Township, according to the New Jersey Department of…
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Hunterdon County honors Senior Center volunteers at annual appreciation brunch
KINGWOOD TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Hunterdon County officials recently recognized volunteers who contribute their time to Senior Center programs during the annual Senior Center Volunteer Appreciation Brunch. Hunterdon County…
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Nearly 10-acre commercial property on Route 22 in Hunterdon County headed to auction
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — A nearly 10-acre commercial property along Route 22 in Hunterdon County is set to be sold at auction in November, according to Max Spann…
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Sussex County Community College to unveil new outdoor Fitness Court Oct. 15
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — Sussex County Community College will unveil a new outdoor Fitness Court Studio this month as part of an effort to expand access to health, wellness…
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NJ bill expanding family leave for loss of a child advances Senate committee
TRENTON, N.J. — Bipartisan legislation that would expand New Jersey family leave protections and benefits for parents grieving the loss of a child advanced from the state Senate Labor Committee…
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Morris County sheriff seeks public’s help identifying individuals in Rockaway Township investigation
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help identifying individuals as part of an investigation into several incidents at the Craigmeur…
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FEMA opens 90-day appeal period for proposed Morris County flood map updates
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency is inviting the public to review proposed updates to flood maps in Morris County during a 90-day appeal and comment period…
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More than 250 conservation leaders gather for 14th Delaware River Watershed Forum
NEWARK, Del. — More than 250 conservation leaders, advocates, scientists and community representatives gathered in Delaware this week for the 14th Delaware River Watershed Forum to discuss issues and opportunities…
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National gas price drops 7 cents after record-setting September, AAA says
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline dropped nearly 7 cents over the past week to $4.41, following a record-setting September at the pump, according to AAA.…
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NJ launches Nuclear NJ website as Gov. Sherrill convenes first Nuclear Task Force meeting
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey launched a new nuclear energy website Thursday as Gov. Mikie Sherrill convened the first meeting of the state’s Nuclear Task Force, part of the administration’s…
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Morris County proclaims October Domestic Violence Awareness Month
MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, recognizing efforts to support survivors and highlighting a partnership between JBWS…
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Somerset County names Diana Guzman Fugitive of the Month for October
SOMERSET COUNTY, N.J. — A New Brunswick woman wanted on charges stemming from an alleged child abuse and aggravated assault case has been named the Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office Fugitive…
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Kean, colleagues introduce bill to expand fentanyl response resources for law enforcement
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr., R-N.J., and three other lawmakers introduced legislation Wednesday that would allow state and local law enforcement agencies to use federal grant funding…
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Walmart recalls 4.4M grill brushes over ingestion hazard; CPSC announces additional recalls
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced a series of product recalls involving millions of items, including grill brushes, hand warmers, toys, electric balloon pumps, bed…
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Gov. Sherrill launches working group to examine NJ public employee health benefits
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill has launched a working group bringing together state officials, unions, health care organizations and other stakeholders to develop recommendations aimed at improving the affordability…
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Longtime Morris County First Assistant Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood retires
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (Morris County) — Morris County First Assistant Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood has retired following a 31-year career as an assistant prosecutor, including 28 years with the Morris County Prosecutor’s…
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NJ attorney general joins multistate challenge to EPA rollback of power plant pollution limits
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport joined a coalition of 25 states, counties and cities Thursday in challenging the Trump administration’s rollback of federal greenhouse gas emission…
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