I-80 westbound lane closures tonight as Bridge over Howard Boulevard project advances in Mount Arlington Traffic to be shifted onto newly built bridge (Trenton) – I-80 westbound is scheduled to have lane closures tonight to shift traffic as the Bridges over Howard Boulevard replacement project advances in Mount Arlington, Morris County. Beginning at 8 p.m. tonight, Friday, May 15, until 10 a.m. tomorrow, Saturday, May 16, I-80 westbound is scheduled to have lane closures be

Lake Hopatcong Block Party Returns May 16 with a Full Day of Fun LANDING, N.J., May 7, 2026 – The Lake Hopatcong Block Party returns to Hopatcong State Park on Saturday, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., bringing a full day of food, entertainment, demonstrations, shopping, and family activities to the lakefront. Presented by the Lake Hopatcong Foundation, the annual event has become one of the region’s largest and most anticipated community celebrations. Top sponsors for this

SHERRILL ADMINISTRATION URGES PUBLIC TO CONTINUE VOLUNTARILY CONSERVING WATER AS DROUGHT CONDITIONS PERSIST (26/P20) TRENTON – The Sherrill Administration today urged the public to continue voluntarily conserving water as the statewide Drought Warning remains in place entering the warmer months, a time when demand for water for lawns, landscaping and gardening increases across New Jersey. The Department of Environmental Protection uses a four-tiered system to keep the public

Hidden Wooden Boat Collection Comes to Market on Lake Hopatcong A decades-assembled collection of boats, engines, and parts will be offered publicly for the first time this June at Bridge Marina on Lake Hopatcong Lake Hopatcong, NJ - On the shores of Lake Hopatcong, a sprawling collection of antique wooden boats, engines, parts, and memorabilia - largely unseen until now - is being brought into public view for the first time. Built over decades and housed across multiple

Aviation Day Brings Students Together to Explore Careers at Roxbury High School Eight Schools and 150 Students Participate in Drone Challenges and Aviation Career Fair A ribbon cutting ceremony marks the donation of a Cessna 150 to Roxbury High School Roxbury, NJ – Roxbury High School hosted students from eight New Jersey high schools for Aviation Day, a hands-on program designed to introduce students to careers in aviation, connect students with peers in other aviation progr

I-80 westbound ramp from Howard Boulevard closed tonight in Mount Arlington, Morris County I-80 eastbound ramp from Howard Boulevard northbound to be closed for approximately two weeks beginning Monday (Trenton) – The I-80 westbound ramp from Howard Boulevard and the right lane on I-80 westbound are scheduled to be closed tonight, as the I-80 Bridges over Howard Boulevard bridge replacement project advances in Mount Arlington, Morris County. In addition, the I-80 eastbound ra

Teens Can Earn Volunteer Hours at the Library this Summer Newton, NJ – The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) is seeking teen volunteers, ages 14+, to assist with the upcoming Summer Reading Program, "Unearth a Story." Teens looking to earn service hours can apply online or visit their local library branch. The volunteer application, along with a supplemental medical note and parental consent form, are due no later than June 13. Applicants must also attend a Teen Volunteer

Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity Seeks Sponsors and Volunteers for 2026 Women Build RANDOLPH, N.J., April 20, 2026 — Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity (GMM Habitat), a leading advocate and builder of affordable housing in New Jersey, is seeking sponsors and volunteers to participate in its 2026 Women Build initiative taking place throughout the month of May. Women Build is a grassroots movement that brings together women and supportive allies

I-80 eastbound ramp to Howard Boulevard to reopen this afternoon in Mount Arlington, Morris County Ramp reopening one week ahead of schedule (Trenton) – The I-80 eastbound Exit 30 ramp to Howard Boulevard is scheduled to reopen this afternoon, Friday, April 24 – one week ahead of schedule, as the Bridges over Howard Boulevard replacement project advances in Mount Arlington, Morris County. At 3 p.m. Friday, April 24, the I-80 eastbound Exit 30 ramp to Howard Boulevard is sche

You’re invited to participate and/or view a Photography Exhibit! The Jefferson Arts Committee (JAC) will be hosting their 2 nd annual photography exhibit displaying the photography of local adults (18+). New this year, there is a category for students 17 and younger, giving them an opportunity to display their talent and offering the public a chance to enjoy their work as well. The three-day exhibit will be held at the White Rock Lake Park’s Clubhouse (known to many as The

I-80 eastbound ramp to Howard Boulevard to be closed beginning Monday in Mount Arlington, Morris County Closure to be in place for approximately two weeks (Trenton) – The I-80 eastbound Exit 30 ramp to Howard Boulevard is scheduled to be closed and detoured for approximately two weeks beginning Monday as the Bridges over Howard Boulevard replacement project advances in Mount Arlington, Morris County. Beginning at 3 a.m. Monday, April 20, until 6 a.m. Friday, May 1, the I-80

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

Repair, Reuse, Repeat: Roxbury Repair Café Returns This Spring ROXBURY, NJ (March 20, 2026) - Before you throw away that broken lamp, dull kitchen knife, or wobbly chair, bring it to the Roxbury Repair Café and see if it can be fixed instead. The free event will take place Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Roxbury Fire Co. #2, 110 Shippenport Road in Landing, and is a collaborative effort between the Roxbury Public Library, the Lake Hopatcong Foundation

Morris County Open Space Project at Wildcat Ridge Officially Closes 123 Acres Preserved in Rockaway Township Through $1.04M Grant The Wildcat Ridge Preserve, a 123-acre wooded tract in Rockaway Township, has officially been preserved as open space following a sale closing on a project funded through a $1.04 million grant from the Morris County Open Space Preservation Trust Fund. The grant, approved by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners, enabled The Land Cons

TOMAHAWK LAKE WATERPARK HIRING FOR SUMMER JOBS SPARTA, NJ---For its 74th Season, Tomahawk Lake Waterpark offers over 100 summer job positions to the community. Job positions are available for everyone. Applicants must be 14 years old or over, available to work weekends and holidays with reliable transportation. Mature adults, college and high school students, teachers and senior citizens are welcome. Many positions require no experience and we are willing to train. Jobs avail

I-80 westbound Exit 25 to Route 206 northbound to be closed and detoured Friday for drainage repairs in Mount Olive, Morris County Closure necessary to replace drainage pipes and repair inlets (Trenton) – The I-80 westbound Exit 25 ramp to Route 206 northbound will be closed and detoured in Mount Olive, Morris County. This is a continuation of work that began Friday, March 6. Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, March 13 until 10 a.m. Saturday, March 14, the I-80 westbound Exit 25

Morris County Celebrates Opening of CCM’s Center for Entrepreneurship & Culinary Science New Facility Expands Workforce Training and Business Innovation in the Region In a ceremony featuring internationally acclaimed chef and restaurateur David Burke, Morris County officials joined state legislators, trustees, faculty and students to cut the ribbon on County College of Morris’ new Center for Entrepreneurship & Culinary Science (CECS) at the Randolph campus. “People ca