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Morristown Fri. Jun 20 2025

I-80 East to Shut Overnight, Then Fully Reopen Saturday After Sinkhole Repairs

The final 12-hour closure in Wharton will let crews pave and stripe eastbound lanes, wrapping months of sinkhole work four days ahead of schedule.

Chris Connors Editor

I-80 East to Shut Overnight, Then Fully Reopen Saturday After Sinkhole Repairs

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Morristown Fri. Jun 20 2025

Pair Charged After Dover Man Found Beaten to Death Near Morristown Rail Line

Prosecutors say Enrique Vega and Cassandra West watched the victim suffer fatal head injuries, then moved on to a burglary and trespass in Hanover without calling for help.

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Pair Charged After Dover Man Found Beaten to Death Near Morristown Rail Line

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Morristown Fri. Jun 20 2025

Morris County to Debut Self-Guided Driving Tour of Million-Dollar Historic Landmarks

New online guide maps 18 preservation-funded sites and will launch at a June 24 press conference at Denville’s Ayres Knuth Farm.

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Morris County to Debut Self-Guided Driving Tour of Million-Dollar Historic Landmarks

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Karen Ann Kurlander Morristown Public Notices and Press Releases - Sat. Jun 21 2025

WOMAN’S CLUB OF MORRISTOWN RUMMAGE SALE SET FOR JUNE 26-29
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Marion Gardens Gang Member Sentenced to Two Life Terms for Murder and Drug Trafficking
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Mexican National Sentenced to Over Nine Years for Cocaine Trafficking and Repeated Illegal Reentry
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NJ Doctor Indicted on Multiple Counts of Sexual Assault Against Patients
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Clifton Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Ammo Charges After July 2023 Shooting Incident
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Art in the Atrium Opens 33rd Annual Exhibit in Morris County
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Morristown Mon. Jun 16 2025

New Jersey to Receive Up to $125 Million from Nationwide $7.4 Billion Purdue Pharma Settlement

All U.S. states and territories join agreement resolving opioid crisis claims against Purdue and Sackler family.

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New Jersey to Receive Up to $125 Million from Nationwide $7.4 Billion Purdue Pharma Settlement

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Morristown Wed. Jun 11 2025

NJ Congresswoman Indicted on Federal Charges After Chaos at ICE Facility

Critics call indictment a dangerous escalation against elected officials performing constitutional duties during immigration facility oversight.

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NJ Congresswoman Indicted on Federal Charges After Chaos at ICE Facility

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Morristown Tue. Jun 10 2025

Recreational Cannabis in New Jersey: What Dispensaries Can—and Cannot—Do with Your Personal Information

State law protects consumer privacy while ensuring age verification and responsible sales.

Chris Connors Editor

Recreational Cannabis in New Jersey: What Dispensaries Can—and Cannot—Do with Your Personal Information

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Morristown Mon. Jun 9 2025

New Jersey Leads 16-State Lawsuit to Block Federal Redistribution of Machine Gun Conversion Devices

NJ Attorney General and a coalition of state attorneys general challenge Trump-era ATF settlement over forced reset triggers, citing public safety and federal law violations.

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New Jersey Leads 16-State Lawsuit to Block Federal Redistribution of Machine Gun Conversion Devices

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Morristown Wed. Jun 4 2025

New Jersey Becomes First Continental U.S. State to Reach Global Land Conservation Goal

State joins High Ambition Coalition after surpassing 30% open space preservation, bolstered by record-setting Green Acres investments

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New Jersey Becomes First Continental U.S. State to Reach Global Land Conservation Goal

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Morristown Tue. Jun 3 2025

New Laws in New Jersey: Murphy Takes Action on Public Brawls, Utilities, Mortgages, & More

Gov. Murphy signs legislation into law, ranging from penalties for inciting public brawls, community service funding, rising utility prices, mortgages, and more.

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New Laws in New Jersey: Murphy Takes Action on Public Brawls, Utilities, Mortgages, & More

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Morristown Mon. Jun 2 2025

Pompton Valley Rail Trail Opens, 5 Mile Path Atop Former Railroad

Trail runs from Pequannock to Wayne and marks largest infrastructure project by Morris County Public Works, funded by $32 million federal grant.

Chris Connors Editor

Pompton Valley Rail Trail Opens, 5 Mile Path Atop Former Railroad

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Morristown Thu. May 29 2025

I-80 Westbound Lanes to Reopen Friday Night in Wharton, Full Reopening Set for Late June

NJDOT expects westbound traffic to resume on two lanes May 30 as median repairs continue, with full completion targeted by June 25

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I-80 Westbound Lanes to Reopen Friday Night in Wharton, Full Reopening Set for Late June

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Morristown Wed. May 28 2025

NJ Sues Trump Admin Over Cuts to Diversity and Research Funding in STEM

New Jersey joins a multistate lawsuit challenging National Science Foundation directives to halt inclusion initiatives and limit research support.

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NJ Sues Trump Admin Over Cuts to Diversity and Research Funding in STEM

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Morristown Wed. May 21 2025

NJ Prisons Launch 37 Freedom Libraries & Celebrate 3rd Year of the Inside Literary Prize

New Jersey Department of Corrections partners with Freedom Reads to open curated libraries and host the Inside Literary Prize at Edna Mahan and Northern State Prison.

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NJ Prisons Launch 37 Freedom Libraries & Celebrate 3rd Year of the Inside Literary Prize

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Morristown Tue. May 20 2025

Transportation Update: I-80 Eastbound Reopens May 21, NJT Rail Strike Ends

DOT confirms paving is complete and detours will end as eastbound lanes reopen; westbound progress continues toward June 25 full reopening. Meanwhile NJT Rail Strike ends today.

Chris Connors Editor

Transportation Update: I-80 Eastbound Reopens May 21, NJT Rail Strike Ends

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Morristown Tue. May 20 2025

What to do in Morristown - Wednesday, May 21 - Tuesday, May 27

Check out our community calendar to find out what's happening this week. Learn about concerts, info sessions, boating exams, memorial day celebrations and more!

Chris Connors Editor

What to do in Morristown - Wednesday, May 21 - Tuesday, May 27

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