Volunteers Sought for 2026 Lake Hopatcong Block Party  Be part of one of Lake Hopatcong’s largest celebrations LANDING, N.J., April 10, 2026 – The Lake Hopatcong Foundation is seeking volunteers to help bring the 2026 Lake Hopatcong Block Party to life on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Hopatcong State Park in Landing. The annual Lake Hopatcong Block Party brings together thousands of visitors, local businesses, nonprofit organizations, community groups, and food

I-80 westbound Exit 34B to Route 15 northbound daytime lane closures this week for bridge repairs in Morris County Closures necessary for emergency bridge deck repairs (Trenton)  – The  I-80 westbound Exit 34B ramp to Route 15 northbound  is scheduled to have daytime lane closures this week for emergency bridge deck repairs in Wharton and Rockaway, Morris County.  From 6 a.m. until 2 p.m. tomorrow, Wednesday, April 8 and again on Thursday, April 9 at the same time, the  I-80

DEP Reminds Residents To Secure Garbage And Take Other Preventive Measures As Black Bears Leave Winter Dens In Search Of Food With the onset of spring, black bears are actively foraging for food and may wander into neighborhoods in search of an easy meal. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is reminding residents to be bear aware by securing garbage and other potential food sources that can attract them. Together, the bear safety resources and tips shared by

Quality Institute Announces Mayors Wellness Campaign 2025 New Jersey “Healthy Town” Winners Find Out Which NJ Cities and Towns are Doing the Most to Improve Health and Wellness in Their Communities PRINCETON, New Jersey — The New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute today announced the Mayors Wellness Campaign “Healthy Town” winners for 2025. These communities are leading local efforts to improve health and wellness through initiatives that address the conditions that shape h