Tri-County Orthopedics collects more than 50 bags of essential supplies for Colombia earthquake relief Local community practice come together to support donation drive following the magnitude 7.4 earthquake that struck western Colombia on Aug. 10, Tri-County Orthopedics held a community donation drive from Aug. 13–27 to collect essential supplies for affected communities. With support from patients and local community members, the practice collected over 50 bags of donated su

RESIDENTS URGED TO PROPERLY STORE GARBAGE AND REMOVE FOOD SOURCES TO AVOID ATTRACTING BEARS AS FALL FORAGING SEASON BEGINS New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Fish & Wildlife is calling on the public to avoid attracting bears to properties by properly storing garbage and eliminating access to other sources of food around their yards or while outdoors. Fall brings a period of heightened black bear activity, and these important steps help reduce the likelihood for

SCCC Offers Free Certificate to Train Community Journalists Want to make a difference in your hometown through the power of journalism? Sussex County Community College is once again giving local residents the opportunity to learn how to report the stories, issues and people that matter most to their communities—at no cost. The stories happening in our own backyards deserve to be told—and SCCC is helping local residents learn how to tell them. For the fourth time, SCCC has

Route 15 two-way traffic to be restored Saturday morning as bridge project advances in Lafayette, Sussex County Temporary traffic signals to be removed with traffic shifted onto temporary bridge (Trenton) – Route 15 is scheduled to be reopened to two-way traffic utilizing a temporary bridge on Saturday morning as a bridge replacement project advances in Lafayette, Sussex County. Beginning at 8 p.m. tonight, Friday, September 25 until 7 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, September 26,

Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity Accepting Applications for Affordable Housing in Kenvil and Budd Lake Preference Given to U.S. Military Veterans for Budd Lake Homes KENVIL AND BUDD LAKE, N.J., September 21, 2026--Applications are now being accepted for three low- to moderate-income single-family homes in Kenvil and seven low- to moderate-income single-family homes in Budd Lake, New Jersey. The new construction homes will be sold as affordable housing to

“Grove of 13” Trees Planted in Central Park of Morris County Tree Planting Ceremony Commemorates Constitution Day and 13 Original Colonies In observance of Constitution Day and the nation’s 250th anniversary, 13 trees representing the original American colonies were planted today at Central Park of Morris County during a ceremony attended by arborists, park officials and county officials. The Grove of 13 planting was organized by the Morris County Park Commission and the New

New Interactive StoryMap Explores Nearly 240 Years of Morris County Growth Online Census History Shows How Five Towns Became 39 in Morris County & More On Sept. 17, 1787, the United States Constitution was signed, providing the framework for a new nation and directing Congress to conduct a census. Nearly 240 years later, the census continues to help tell the story of America, including the remarkable transformation of Morris County from the boundaries defining five towns in

Morris County, Municipalities to Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11 Residents Invited to Join Remembrance Ceremonies Throughout the County As the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks approaches, Morris County and municipalities throughout the county will hold ceremonies and vigils to remember the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives and honor the families, first responders and communities forever changed by that day. Morris County will hold its annual rem

Route 15 closed and detoured in both directions for emergency drainage repairs in Lafayette, Sussex County Trucks on Route 15 southbound advised to use Route 206 southbound (Trenton) – Route 15 is closed and detoured in both directions for emergency drainage repairs north of Route 94 in Lafayette, Sussex County. At approximately 10 a.m. today, Tuesday, September 1, Route 15 was closed and detoured between Mudcut Road and Morris Farm Road/Meadows Road in Lafayette. The closu

Route 15 lane closure with alternating traffic beginning Friday night for bridge project in Lafayette, Sussex County Temporary traffic signals in place for a month to construct temporary bridge (Trenton) – Route 15 southbound is scheduled to be closed with alternating traffic maintained on Route 15 northbound beginning Friday night and continuing for a month for a bridge replacement project in Lafayette, Sussex County. Beginning at 8 p.m. Friday, August 21 until 7 a.m. Satu

Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month and Win Newton, NJ – September is Library Card Sign-up Month and the Sussex County Library System (SCLS) invites the community to join the celebration. Get, use, or share your SCLS library card this September for a chance to win. Two Ways to Win: Get, Use, or Renew Your Library Card Get, use, or renew your Sussex County Library System card during September and you’ll automatically be entered to win a library swag bundle, including a lun

New STQRY App Offers Self-Guided Tours of Morris County’s Revolutionary History Free App Features Walking and Regional Driving Tours Residents and visitors can now explore Morris County’s Revolutionary history at their own pace through a new interactive app launched as part of the county’s celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary. The free STQRY app features self-guided walking and driving tours that bring Morris County’s Revolutionary story to life. Each tour includes an i

Join us as a vendor for our Annual Halloween Bash! It is FREE to register! Register here: https://forms.gle/wWgbkdSfuSLiuX2c9 If you have any questions, contact Ashley Todd at atodd@mtarlingtonboro.com or 973-398-6832 ext. 112.

Three Rivers Drive Bridge Replacement Begins Monday, Aug. 3 No Through Traffic on Three Rivers Drive in Jefferson Township Three Rivers Drive in Jefferson Township will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, Aug. 3, after the morning rush hour, for the replacement of the Three Rivers Drive Bridge over Weldon Brook. The bridge closure will require motorists to follow a signed detour of approximately 2.5 miles via Bowling Green Parkway, Route 15, Espanong Road and V

Morris County Sheriff's Office Warns Public of Jury Duty Arrest Warrant Scam The Morris County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about an ongoing telephone scam in which criminals falsely claim that victims have an active arrest warrant for allegedly failing to appear for jury duty. View a Video Message from Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon The scammers are using sophisticated phone number spoofing technology to make the caller ID display the legitimate Morris Co

New Jersey American Water and Mayor Galate Team Up to Support Hopatcong Animals The Hopatcong Pound Project receives $1,000 donation through New Jersey American Water’s “Mayor's Charity of Choice” raffle CAMDEN, N.J. – JULY 22, 2026 – New Jersey American Water donated $1,000 to the Hopatcong Pound Project, a nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and caring for cats in the Hopatcong community, including feral, unadoptable and FIV-positive cats that many shelters are una

VENDORS WANTED! Hopatcong Celebrates America 250 with a Concert in the Park Saturday, August 29, 2026 |3-9 PM | Modick Park, 28 Hopatchung Rd.Hopatcong, NJ 07843 THE FOLLOWING VENDOR TYPES ARE WELCOME TO APPLY: Food Vendors, Crafters, Makers, Artisans, Artists, Direct Sales Vendors, Retail Businesses with new gift items, Local Hopatcong Businesses looking to promote their business and Hopatcong Community Groups (non-profits).  • 10'x10' Vendor Spaces: $35 • Hopatc

Route 10 westbound right lane closure beginning Tuesday for priority gas main work in Roxbury, Morris County One lane maintained between Sussex Turnpike and Eyland Avenue (Trenton) – Route 10 westbound is scheduled to have a long-term right lane closure beginning Tuesday and continuing for approximately two weeks for priority gas main work in Roxbury, Morris County. Beginning at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 7 until 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 21, the right lane on Route 10 westbound

Chalk It Up To Liberty Grab your chalk and celebrate America's 250th Anniversary! Children throughout Morris County are invited to show their patriotic spirit by creating a sidewalk or driveway chalk mural inspired by patriotism, America's 250th, or what freedom means to them through the lens of local history. It's a fun way to celebrate the Fourth of July while showcasing creativity and community pride. 📅 Submission Deadline: Monday, July 6 by 5:00 PM Selected artwork will

Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday on Lake Hopatcong Join the Lake Hopatcong Foundation and the 250th Anniversary of the Revolution: Morris County initiative on Saturday, July 11, for a one-of-a-kind celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday on New Jersey’s largest freshwater lake. Residents, visitors, businesses, and boaters are invited to take part in a community-wide display of patriotic pride by decorating boats, docks, homes, and waterfront businesses in red, white,