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

Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity Leaders Champion Affordable Housing on Capitol Hill RANDOLPH, N.J., March 6, 2026— Greater Middlesex & Morris Habitat for Humanity (GMM Habitat) joined hundreds of fellow Habitat for Humanity affiliates on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. for the annual Habitat on the Hill legislative conference, held February 10–12. Nearly 500 affordable housing advocates gathered to call on Congress to increase the supply of affordable start

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 tonight in Mount Olive, Morris County. Beginning at 9 p.m. Friday, March 6 until 10 a.m. Saturday, March 7, the I-80 westbound Exit 25 ramp to Route 206 northbound will be closed and det

Morris County Introduces 2026 Operating Budget Focus on Public Safety, Education and Infrastructure The Morris County Board of County Commissioners tonight introduced their 2026 Budget with no increase in the county tax rate for a seventh consecutive year, while continuing investments in public safety, education and infrastructure. “This budget again holds the line on the tax rate. Morris County provides among the highest level of services in the state and does it with t

Makers Day Returns to SCLS March 20 & 21 Newton, NJ – Makers, tinkerers, and DIY crafters of all ages are invited to the Sussex County Library System (SCLS) for New Jersey Makers Day. This annual statewide celebration highlights creativity, innovation, and hands-on learning. Events will take place at SCLS branches on Friday, March 20, and Saturday, March 21, 2026. NJ Makers Day at SCLS offers community members of all ages the opportunity to explore STEM and maker culture t

Highlands Impact Aid Now - Regional Rally for Fairness March 7th 2026 I 1pm I Jefferson Twp HS. JEFFERSON, NJ – Highlands Impact Aid Now along with Jefferson Twp Schools Superintendent Howe, Mayor Wilsusen (Jefferson) , Mayor Dale (West Milford), Mayor Landis (Ringwood), Mayor Freda (Kinnelon), and Mayor Rossi (Vernon) will present the Highlands Impact Aid Now - Regional Rally for Fairness featuring legislative representatives, community leaders, and influential alumni. Re

Roxbury Arts Alliance is excited to announce that auditions have been scheduled for our upcoming musical production, Little Women. We invite performers of all experience levels to join us as we bring this beloved story to life on stage. Whether you’re a returning cast member or new to RAA, we encourage you to audition and be part of an inspiring and heartfelt production. Audition Date: Monday, March 23 at 7:00 PM Citizens Bank Theater at the Horseshoe Lake Complex 72 Eyland A

Route 15 northbound ramp from North Main Street to be closed tonight in Wharton, Morris County Lane closures on Route 15 southbound necessary for bridge repairs (Trenton) – The ramp to Route 15 northbound from North Main Street is scheduled to be closed tonight in Wharton, Morris County. In addition, the left and center lanes on Route 15 southbound are scheduled to be closed at the same time. Beginning at 10 p.m. Friday, February 20 until 6 a.m. Saturday, February 21, the ra

Hands-on Programs for Students Field Trips Pequest Natural Resource Education Center is now accepting group reservations for 2026! Bring your students, scouts, or homeschool groups to the trout hatchery and education center for a field trip they'll never forget! Learn how trout are raised on a hatchery tour, explore the Pequest River, or have your students learn to fish. Schedule your field trip to Pequest today! Classroom Programs Looking for an engaging classroom presentati

SCCC Offers Free Certificate to Train Community Journalists For the third year in a row, SCCC has received a grant to continue offering a FREE Community Journalist Certificate. The training focuses on helping community members develop the skills needed to serve as community journalists, covering community-centered news happening in their hometowns and county. The grant is from the New Jersey Council for the Humanities and designed with input from the Journalism + Design de

SUCCASUNNA, NJ (January 20, 2026) – The Roxbury Public Library will host a Special Needs Resource Fair on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering families and individuals an opportunity to connect with a wide range of local organizations and services that support people with disabilities and special needs. This free community event is open to individuals of all ages, from school-aged children to adults. Representatives from area agencies and organiz

RESOURCE FAIR organized by the Sparta Community Food Pantry FREE Open House to anyone with need to learn about ongoing support regarding resources related to housing, food insecurity, clothing, health services, insurance, taxes, government programs, safety, counseling and more. Thursday, FEBRUARY 26 5:30-7:30 pm Doors close at 8 pm St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 85 Conestoga Trail, Sparta, NJ 07871 For more information contact 201-306-6148 or 551-795-1453 with the Sparta Commu

Morris County Courthouse Expansion Project Breaking Ground The County of Morris is starting a long planned and publicized construction project to expand its courthouse campus, thereby meeting the security and space needs of the New Jersey Judiciary courts and staff stationed in Morristown. The project, which will take approximately 24 months to finish, involves the construction of a new criminal courthouse facility on the open-air parking lot and part of the adjacent pocke

“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