Morristown, NJ|News|
Morristown Mayor Calls Criticism Of Cop Hiring Record 'Fake News'
Mayor Tim Dougherty disputed the PBA's accusation that his administration hasn't hired an officer in two years.
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
Josh Bakan, Patch Staff
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Morristown, NJ|News|
Red-Hot Market: 1,960-Square-Foot Morristown Home Lists For $900K
The real estate market in Morris County is red-hot. This 1,960-square-foot property just listed for $900K.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Where Chatham Schools Rank In NJ District Drug, Alcohol Cases
It's unknown what impact school closures may have had, but Chatham was among many districts reporting a decrease in cases.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Bernards Twp. Library Will No Longer Require Appointments Soon
The library will begin allowing 50 percent capacity in a key step of its pandemic reopening process.
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Morristown, NJ|News|
Morristown Opens Registration For Burnham Pool
The pool season begins May 29. The guest policy will be determined based on COVID-19 guidelines.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Where Madison Schools Rank In NJ District Drug, Alcohol Cases
It's unknown what impact school closures may have had, but Madison was among many districts reporting a decrease in cases.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Where Bernards Twp. Ranks In NJ School Drug, Alcohol Cases
It's unknown what impact school closures may have had, but Bernards Township was among many districts reporting a decrease in cases.
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Morristown, NJ|News|
Where Morris Schools Rank In NJ District Drug, Alcohol Cases
It's unknown what impact school closures may have had, but Morris was among many districts reporting a decrease in cases.
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Madison, NJ|News|
Renovated Victorian, Built In 1900, For Sale In Madison
This stylish home features a wine room, quiet spots for working and studying, and an outdoor entertainment space.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
High Transmission Halts Reopening Of Chatham Middle, High School
Lower COVID-19 transmission would have allowed the schools to reopen later this month for 5-day-a-week learning, officials said.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Basking Ridge Senior Community Set For New Fitness Center, Salon
The Bernards Township Planning Board approved plans for new amenities at Fellowship Senior Living, such as outdoor trails and a dog park.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Chatham Borough To Open 2 New Basketball Courts
Results from the rec. survey are in, and people wanted basketball. Officials expect them ready by the end of June.
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Morristown, NJ|News|
J&J Pause Won't Delay Atlantic Health's COVID Vaccine Efforts
Atlantic Health Systems, which runs operations at the Morris County megasite and other locations, has administered Pfizer and Moderna shots.
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Morristown, NJ|News|
Morristown Attorney Pleads Guilty In Election Scheme
A New Jersey attorney who skated under the name "Lawless Lizzie" for a roller derby team may be going to jail, authorities said.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
Chatham Schools Hosting Zoom Event On Current Drug Trends
The event for parents and guardians will take place April 21. Here's how to register.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
19th Century Basking Ridge Home Sits On 17 Acres, Overlooks Pond
This house overlooks the pond for the historic Van Dorn mill. It's wrapped in water views, majestic specimen trees and abundant gardens.
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Chatham, NJ|News|
One Of Chatham's Most Timeless, Original Mansions Now For Sale
This $2.65 million home, built in 1898, was completely renovated in 2009. Take a look around.
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Morris Township-Morris Plains, NJ|News|
Morris Plains Shelter Dog, Who Hates Most Things, Becomes A Star
"His ideal home would be with a single woman, a mother and daughter, or a lesbian couple." Get to know Prancer, and you'll see why.
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Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Bernards Twp. Health Offering COVID-19 Tests In Community Center
This week's testing will take place Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Bernards Township Community Center.
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Morristown, NJ|News|
'A Bright Star:' Morristown Mourns Officer, Actor Brett Smith
Those who knew Brett Smith called him 'the funniest guy ever' and 'a Morristown guy through and through.'
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