Laura Silvius, Patch Staff
- Chatham, NJ
Bio: Laura Silvius, pictured here in her native California (you'll notice the presence of both waves and landscape) earned her B.A. in Philosophy from Bryn Mawr College and her M.A. in Journalism from the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University. She came onboard at Patch in August 2010 and covers Chatham Borough and Chatham Township in Morris County, NJ. She keeps her California driver's license active and her NFL loyalties flexible. Your Beliefs At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for you to inject your beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that your beliefs are on the record will cause you to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know. Politics How would you describe your political beliefs? Highly sound and admirable. Are you registered with a certain party? I'll check and get back to you. Religion How religious would you consider yourself? Moderate.
Posting Activity
Chatham|News|
Couple Carjacked at Gunpoint, Borough Police Say
Police believe the victim, who was driving through Chatham on his way home, was targeted by the carjackers.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
'Butt-Dialing' Pot User Accidentally Calls Cops
Florham Park Police said they heard the caller discussing the use of marijuana.
Chatham|News|
Steep Slope Law Passes Over Committeewoman's Objections
Abbott wanted provision removed that allows homes on lots of 25,000-square-feet or less to be exempt from disturbances to slopes.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Locals Make Quinnipiac U. Dean's List
Students must earn at least a 3.5 GPA to make the Dean's List.
Chatham|News|
Environmental Commissioner Resigns Over Proposed Ordinance
Governing body member promises to vote against steep slope measure.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Parent Allowed Dozens of Teens to Drink at House Party, Cops Say
Twenty-five juveniles were also detained at the scene; others fled.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Locals Graduate from Villanova U.
Graduation ceremony was held on May 19.
Chatham|News|
Community Update
Chatham|News|
Community Band Brings Gershwin to Millburn
Chatham|News|
N.Y. Ranger Callahan to Come to Legends Gallery
The captain of the New York Rangers will sign autographs and pose for pictures with fans.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Outgoing School Chief Named Citizen of the Year
Dr. Joseph Ricca has tended to the psychological needs of East Hanover students, New Jersey Psychological Association says.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
Locals Graduate from Fairfield University
Two East Hanover residents and one Florham Park man earned their degrees.
Chatham|News|
Residents Graduate from Fairfield University
Four residents earned degrees from the schools of business, nursing and arts & sciences.
Chatham|News|
Neighbors Incensed as Washington School Trees Come Down
School District 'ruining the neighborhood,' one resident says.
East Hanover-Florham Park, NJ|News|
E. Hanover Receives Grants for Police Programs, Alcohol Education
Police expenses, alcohol education among the programs monies will go towards.
Chatham|News|
Self-Trained Skateboarder Transitions to Teacher
Area native learned to build skateboards in his backyard, now teaches same skills to new generation.