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Twp. Officer Honored, Student Parking Tops Local News

A Morris Plains homeowner's extensive yard work also made headlines

Residents Raise Water Flow Concerns of Neighbor's Project

A Morris Plains homeowner is looking to do extensive yard work that includes bringing in four truckloads of topsoil

Officers Recognized For Capturing Fugitive

After a foot pursuit after a wanted man last year, two local officers were recently recognized. Morris Twp. Officer Clay Boeninghaus and Hanover Twp. Officer Paul Gundersdorf received the Distinguished Service Award from ASIS International on Tuesday. The Irvington man was wanted by the NJ State Parole Board and had a criminal history that included 13 felony convictions.

Morris Twp. Student Reaches Eagle Scout Status

He is part of Troop 39 of Morris Plains

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GOP County Candidates to Face Voters' Questions

Morris County Women's Republican Club hosting annual forum on May 21 in Morristown.

More Black Bears Spotted; Tips To Keep Them Away

A Morristown resident reported a bear sighting and on the Morristown town website, the town posted a link to the New Jersey Division of Fish and Wildlife to give residents more information about bears. 

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Morris Schools OKs 21 Non-Resident Students

The board also approved eight interdistrict school choice students to the Morris School District

School Foundation Grants Record Amount to Morris District

A $500 scholarship grant application was also accepted

Morristown Girls LAX Advance in State Tourney

They beat Vernon 14-9 to advance in the state lacrosse tournament

Morristown Senior Seeks Compromise on Student Parking

Town, school and Morris Plains teen will meet to find a solution to two-hour parking rule resulting in tickets.

Morristown Bike Shop Plans 3rd Annual Commuter Challenge

Marty’s Reliable Cycle and TransOptions have set the third annual Alternative Commuter Challenge for May 23. Bikes will challenge cars and mass transit in this race where there are no losers, and this year members of the public can join in.

Convent Station Students Bake for a Cause

The kindergarteners at The Montessori Children’s Academy learn about giving back 

Shop 'Market in May' to Benefit Morristown Medical Center

A shopping event called "Market in May" will benefit the Women's Heart Program at Morristown Medical Center. It will be Friday to Sunday at Hyatt Morristown at Headquarters Plaza.

On Tuesday and Wednesday get a 10 percent discount when you mention Morristown Medical Center or “Hospital Week;” businesses will also donate 10 percent to benefit nurses

Morris to be Lauded for Drug Takeback Initiative

'MedReturn' units allow prescription drug disposal at police departments.


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