“Revolutionary Lives” Travels to Morris County Library This Month Morris County Heritage Commission Hosts RevolutionNJ Exhibit Jan. 9 – Jan. 23 The Morris County Heritage Commission  is hosting the RevolutionNJ traveling exhibit  “Revolutionary Lives: Living the American Experiment Then and Now”  from Jan. 9 through Jan. 23 at the  Morris County Library , offering visitors an opportunity to explore New Jersey’s role in the American Revolution through the experiences of everyd

With Peak Visitation Expected Statewide This Year For The United States' 250th Celebrations, DEP Now Accepting Applications For More Than 800 Seasonal State Parks Jobs (26/P02) TRENTON –  The Department of Environmental Protection is accepting applications for more than 800 seasonal positions at New Jersey state parks, forests and historic sites, ahead of increased visitation expected during the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations this year, Commissioner Shawn M. La

Morris County Reorganizes in Nation’s Semiquincentennial Year Stephen H. Shaw of Mountain Lakes Seated as Commissioner Director The  Morris County Board of County Commissioners  convened for its annual reorganization on Friday evening, installing new leadership and swearing in reelected county officials as a town crier stepped forward to formally announce that the New Year marks the 250th anniversary of America’s independence. Commissioner  Stephen H. Shaw was sworn in as dir

Morris County Expands “Joy for All” Companion Pet Program Robotic Pets Bring Comfort to Seniors in County Housing During the holiday season, Morris County distributed robotic companion pets to seniors living in county-supported housing as part of the  “Joy for All” Companion Pet Program , sponsored by the  Morris County Office on Aging, Disabilities and Community Programming  and expanded this year to include the  Morris County Housing Authority. The Office on Aging partnered

Hello Imagination Station Enthusiasts! Our beloved playground at HSL was built by volunteers in 2010 and will be 16 years old this coming year. After many years of memories and incredibly high use, it is time for us to plan for the replacement of the most utilized facility in Roxbury. The new playground will be installed in the next few years. In an effort to solicit input from the community on this large project, we have composed a few questions that will assist us in making

Sussex County Library System Launches Free Digital Newspaper Archive Newton, New Jersey  – The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is pleased to announce the launch of its Digital Sussex County Newspaper Archive, now available for free public access at  https://sussexcounty.historyarchives.online/home . Made possible through a grant from the New Jersey State Library’s  REV 250: Examining the Semiquincentennial through a Jersey Lens  program, the completed project provides sea

NJDEP and FEMA Release Revised Flood Maps for Morris County Updated Flood Maps Begin Formal Adoption Process and Outline Current Flood Risk   The  New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)  and the  Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)  have released revised preliminary  Flood Insurance Rate Maps (pFIRMs)  and an updated  Flood Insurance Study (FIS) for Morris County, formally beginning the federal map adoption process. Once adopted, the revised flood ma

History Takes Center Stage at First Night Morris County on Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve Programs Connect Visitors to Morris County’s Role in the Revolution First Night Morris County  will place local history at the forefront of New Year’s Eve this year, using its Dec. 31 event to launch  Morris County’s 250 th  anniversary celebrations  with expanded Revolutionary-era programming hosted by community organizations. In addition to  more than 80 performances  across Morristown, this

Route 206 northbound lane closures extended   for priority gas main work in Byram, Sussex County: Traffic shift in place overnight (Trenton) –  The lane closures on Route 206 northbound at Brookwood Road are being extended through January 1, 2026 in Byram, Sussex County.  The right lane on Route 206 northbound was closed at Brookwood Road (mile post 99.35) near the shopping center on November 10 for a priority gas main installation. Access to the shopping center will continue

SCLS Highlights Free Consumer Reports Access   Newton, NJ  – This month, the Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is proud to highlight its premium access to  Consumer Report s both online and in print. Community members can rely on  Consumer Reports’  trusted reviews and expert advice to make smart, informed purchasing decisions across thousands of products.   Library cardholders can easily log in from home through the SCLS website to access the full  Consumer Reports  digita

Mount Arlington Announces Mayor Mike Stanzilis’ Appointment to the Executive Board of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities The Borough of Mount Arlington is pleased to share that Mayor Mike Stanzilis was officially sworn in to the Executive Board of the New Jersey State League of Municipalities. The NJLM, founded in 1915, represents all 564 municipalities in New Jersey and plays a vital role in supporting local government through advocacy, education, and collaboratio

Route 206 northbound lane closures extended for priority gas main work in Byram, Sussex County;Traffic shift in place overnight (Trenton) –  The lane closures on Route 206 northbound at Brookwood Road are being extended through January 1, 2026 in Byram, Sussex County.  The right lane on Route 206 northbound was closed at Brookwood Road (mile post 99.35) near the shopping center on November 10 for a priority gas main installation. Access to the shopping center will continue to

The EPA Community Service Club visited the Thrift Shop (“God’s Closet”) and Food Pantry at the West Side United Methodist Church in Hopatcong today. Pastor Jinwook Jeong, Ph.D., and Mrs. Dong Jeong warmly welcomed us to their faith community, whose congregation is diverse. They gave us guided tours of the Food Pantry and the Thrift Shop, both of which have been serving New Jersey residents since the early 1970s. Pastor Jeong said, “We are open to all the people in need.” He d

Morris County Joins Second Annual “Picatinny Charge” in Washington Delegation of Leaders Reaffirms Support for Arsenal Morris County Commissioners Tayfun Selen,   Stephen Shaw  and  Christine Myers  recently joined a delegation of state and municipal officials, business representatives and community advocates in Washington, D.C. for the  second annual Picatinny Enhancement Coalition (PEC) “Picatinny Charge”  held Dec. 1-3.  The delegation, led by  State Sen. Anthony Bucco , h

Morris County Hosts Open House for Career Training Center Application Portal for Morris County Vocational School District Share-Time Programs Now Open   The  Morris County Board of County Commissioners  recently joined the  Morris County Vocational School District (MCVSD) and  County College of Morris (CCM)  in hosting an open house at the new  Career Training Center  on the CCM campus. Student musicians from the MCVSD string ensemble performed as guests arrived at the new  4

Morris County Kicks Off America’s 250th Anniversary at First Night Morris 12.31 Region’s Largest Alcohol-Free New Year’s Eve Event Features Expanded Historical Programming The County of Morris today announced that the  34th annual  First Night Morris County  will take place on Dec. 31, 2025, offering a family-friendly, alcohol-free evening to welcome the New Year and  officially launch Morris County’s celebrations of the nation’s 250th anniversary. This year’s event includes

The Ampersand Inn Seeks a Few Good Businesses to “Do Good & Do Well!” in February 2026!   The Ampersand Inn has designated February as “ Love Your Local Non-Profit Month ,” in order to raise $20,000  for the hardworking organizations that support our community. We are giving away our rooms for FREE   for ALL of FEBRUARY to guests who donate $100/night (2 night minimum on Fri/Sat and $200/night on Valentine’s Weekend and Super Bowl Sunday) to a Sussex County Non-Profit  (see a

Jefferson Place Celebrates Ribbon Cutting Grand opening of luxury apartments marks a new era of upscale living. [Jefferson Township, NJ] — Jefferson Place is excited to announce the successful ribbon cutting event held on November 13th, celebrating the grand opening of its new luxury apartment community. Jefferson Place offers an exceptional living experience with spacious floor plans and state-of-the-art amenities designed for modern renters seeking upscale housing. Pictured

Local Businesses and First Responders Join Forces to Stuff a Boat Full of Toys   Newton, NJ (November 20, 2025) - The twelfth annual “Stuff the Boat” toy collection coordinated by Branchville business  Off Shore Marine  to benefit  Project Self-Sufficiency’s Season of Hope Toy Drive  has been launched.  Area residents are encouraged to bring gift cards, funds, and new, unwrapped toys to fill a 24' boat at the dealership, which is located at 357 Route 206 in Branchville.  A wi

GREATER MIDDLESEX & MORRIS HABITAT FOR HUMANITY ANNOUNCES LEAD ABATEMENT PROGRAM   RANDOLPH, N.J., November 18, 2025 --Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity (GMM Habitat) today announced the launch of its Lead Remediation and Abatement Program (LRAP) for homeowners, tenants and landlords. The program is designed to help protect families and children from the harmful health impacts of lead.    Funded by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) and adminis