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Bucco to introduce ‘Carlo’s Law’ to improve paddleboard safety after Morris County deaths
NEW JERSEY — State Sen. Anthony M. Bucco plans to introduce legislation aimed at improving paddleboard safety in New Jersey following recent deaths involving paddleboarders in Morris County. The proposed legislation, called “Carlo’s Law,” would…
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New four-way stop to take effect Sept. 1 at Morris County intersection
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — A new four-way stop will take effect next month at the intersection of Old Farmers Road and East Valley Brook Road in Washington Township,…
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Mariano Rivera to meet fans, debut Mo’s Heat hot sauce at ShopRite of Rockaway
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — Baseball Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera will make a special appearance at the ShopRite of Rockaway on Wednesday, Aug. 26, to celebrate the New…
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Man sentenced to 6 years in prison for Sussex County home burglaries
NEWTON, N.J. (Sussex County) — A Newark man has been sentenced to six years in state prison after admitting to participating in two residential burglaries in Sparta Township in 2024, according…
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New Jersey loses 25,600 jobs in July as unemployment rate falls to 4.4%
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey lost an estimated 25,600 nonfarm jobs in July, while the state’s unemployment rate edged down to 4.4%, according to preliminary employment estimates released Thursday. Data…
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Morris County Prosecutor’s Office summer interns gain firsthand look at law enforcement, court system
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (Morris County) — The Morris County Prosecutor’s Office recently concluded its summer internship program, which provided participants with firsthand experience in court proceedings, legal research and various aspects…
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Morris County Sheriff’s Office promotes Andrew Ledet to sergeant
MORRISTOWN, N.J. (Morris County) — The Morris County Sheriff’s Office has promoted Andrew Ledet to the rank of sergeant, continuing a law enforcement career that began with the Morris County…
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USDA designates seven New Jersey counties as natural disaster areas due to drought
NEW JERSEY — The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated seven New Jersey counties as natural disaster areas because of an ongoing drought, making eligible farmers and agricultural producers able…
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Gov. Sherrill signs law expanding protections for reproductive, gender-affirming health care in New Jersey
TRENTON, N.J. — Gov. Mikie Sherrill on Thursday signed legislation strengthening protections for patients seeking and health care professionals providing reproductive health care in New Jersey while expanding the state’s…
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Morris County surrogate marks ‘Make a Will’ Month with estate planning seminars
MORRISTOWNS, N.J. (Morris County) — Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling is recognizing national “Make a Will” Month by continuing a series of in-person seminars aimed at educating residents about wills…
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Route 15 lane closure, alternating traffic to begin Friday night in Sussex County
LAFAYETTE TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Sussex County) — Motorists should expect delays on Route 15 in Lafayette Township beginning Friday night as a monthlong alternating traffic pattern is put in place for…
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New Jersey highlights breastfeeding support, announces statewide WIC conference
TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Department of Health is highlighting breastfeeding resources and programs during National Breastfeeding Month while announcing plans for a statewide conference focused on breastfeeding support.…
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Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic returns to Allamuchy on Sept. 12
ALLAMUCHY TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Warren County) — Project Self-Sufficiency will hold its second annual Polo Classic in Allamuchy Township on Saturday, Sept. 12, with proceeds benefiting programs and services for low-income…
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Hunterdon County marks 11th consecutive clean audit with no findings
HUNTERDON COUNTY, N.J. — Hunterdon County has received a clean annual audit with no findings or recommendations for the 11th consecutive year, according to the county. The Hunterdon County Board…
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Northwest New Jersey workforce board receives $1 million digital literacy grant
NORTHWEST, N.J. — The Workforce Development Board of Northwest New Jersey has been awarded a $1 million state grant to expand digital skills training for Work First New Jersey clients…
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Hunterdon County state park ranks No. 4 on list for tick-borne illness concerns
CLINTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) – A popular Hunterdon County recreation area has been ranked fourth on a list of U.S. state parks with significant tick-borne illness concerns. WorldAtlas ranked…
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Assemblyman Inganamort renews call to collect health plan debts as commission delays vote on rate hikes
NEW JERSEY — Assemblyman Michael Inganamort is renewing his call for the state to collect more than $50 million in delinquent payments to state-run health benefit programs after a commission…
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NJ Transit explores new technology to deliver unified, real-time service information
NEW JERSEY — NJ Transit heard from industry experts Wednesday as the agency explores new technology aimed at providing riders with faster, more accurate and consistent real-time service information across…
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NJDOT plans LED lighting upgrades along Route 206 in Chester Township
CHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — New LED lighting is planned for intersections along the Route 206 corridor in Chester Township as part of an effort to improve nighttime visibility…
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Morris County among 5 locations selected for new behavioral health crisis centers
TRENTON, N.J. — Morris County is among five locations slated for new behavioral health crisis centers as New Jersey invests $16.45 million to expand services available through the state’s 988…
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Firefighters battle garage fire in Hunterdon County
WEST AMWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Hunterdon County) — Firefighters battled a fully involved garage fire Wednesday afternoon that spread toward a nearby home on Rocktown Lambertville Road in West Amwell Township.…
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