Morristown|News|
North Jersey Driver Killed After Tractor-Trailer Slams Into Him, Police Say
The crash resulted in major delays and closures on a North Jersey highway Wednesday morning.
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- Morristown, NJ
Hi! I'm Jack Slocum, and I am a local editor for Patch.com, covering primarily Morristown, Mendham/Chester, Long Valley, Parsippany, and Wayne. My email is jack.slocum@patch.com, and I am open to any questions, concerns, or news tips you might have for me. I have been a dedicated journalist for the last five years and am proud to help you stay in the loop. I graduated from Ramapo College of New Jersey in 2021 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism. When I'm not writing or out in the field, you can find me playing my guitar, cooking in the kitchen, or (rather poorly) swinging a golf club.
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Morristown|News|
Morristown Nonprofit Plans Free Easter Dinner For Community
The Morristown nonprofit plans a free Easter meal Sunday and said anyone is welcome to join.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
‘Life-Threatening’ Recall Hits Popular NJ Bagel Shop
The recall comes after a cream cheese product was incorrectly labeled, according to the FDA.
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Morristown|News|
Man Who Shot, Paralyzed Teen Mom, Abandoned Her Roadside Faces New Charges, Officials Say
The victim was driven around for hours as she bled in the passenger seat
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
NJ Coach Sexually Assaulted Teen Student, Prosecutors Say
The suspect was also found with child pornography, illicit pills, and firearm ammunition, authorities said.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne College Students, County To Use AI To Battle Homelessness
The county and university are asking students to build ethical AI solutions for homelessness, public aid, and food access.
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Long Valley, NJ|News|
Potluck For Preservation Hosted By Washington Twp. Land Trust
Residents are invited to bring a dish and hear about land preservation, stewardship efforts and ways to get involved.
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Morristown|News|
Ind. Man Coerced NJ Child To Carve His Initials In Her Skin, Punch Herself: Officials
The man also forced her to send him photos that "constituted images of child sexual abuse materials,” police said.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
NJ Caretaker Forced Mentally Disabled Woman To Grope Him: Court Docs
Police said the woman was “incapable of understanding the distinctively sexual nature of the conduct.”
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Twp. Egg Hunt, Easter Bunny Visit Scheduled: See Details
Children should bring a basket for the free hunt at Brookside Community Club on East Main Street.
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Randolph, NJ|News|
Morris Co. Town Sued Over Sober Living Home Zoning Ordinances
A federal civil action says the town's zoning ordinance discriminates against disabled residents in two sober living homes.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Cops Mourn Department’s First-Ever Policewoman
Gloria Hinderlong first joined the Wayne Police Department in 1959.
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Morristown|News|
Thousands Brave The Wind, Cold In Morristown’s 3rd ‘No Kings’ Rally
Morristown joined dozens of New Jersey communities by holding its third peaceful 'No Kings' demonstration.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Dead Fish Mystery: More Than 1K Wash Ashore In NJ
With the warm weather comes literal tons of mysterious dead fish. Here's what experts say is the cause:
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Morristown|News|
Morris County Budget Maintains Tax Rate Status Quo
Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2026 budget, citing steady taxes and targeted investments countywide.
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Hopatcong-Sparta, NJ|News|
Man Stole Over $7K From North Jersey Pub, Cops Say
The man, who'd been employed at the pub for several years, now faces theft charges, officials said.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Mendham Teen's Song Serves As Voice For Kids Facing Violent, Chaotic World
The 13-year-old's single, “Dreams Don’t Belong to War,” will be available on major streaming platforms on April 6.
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Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Morris Co. Teen's Song Serves As Voice For Kids Facing Violent, Chaotic World
The 13-year-old's single, “Dreams Don’t Belong to War,” will be available on major streaming platforms on April 6.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
DWI Driver Arrested In Long Valley: Police Blotter
A driver from Avenel was charged after a Washington Township officer stopped him for speeding and lane violations.
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Wayne, NJ|News|
NJ Man Stabbed Woman To Death, Fled To NC, Police Say
Ernest Lawrence, 35, faces several charges, including first-degree murder, following the stabbing.
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