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Six Month Old Dies; Authorities Investigating
EAST HANOVER, NJ - An investigation has been launched into the death of a six-month-old infant in East Hanover, announced Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and East Hanover Police Chief Christopher Cannizzo. According to officials, on July 17, 2024, at approximately 1:30 p.m., officers from...
Madison Rotary Hosts Blood Drive at Madison Area YMCA
The Madison Rotary, in partnership with the American Red Cross and the Madison Area YMCA, is hosting a blood drive at the Madison Area YMCA on Thursday, August 8, from 2:00 to 7:00 p.m. This event comes at a crucial time as there is a significant blood shortage currently affecting our community.
Newton Police Department to Celebrate National Night Out with Free Activities, Entertainment and Food
NEWTON, NJ – The community is invited to join the Newton Police Department for the annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6 from 5 until 8 p.m. Residents are invited to Memory Park for the event where there will be live music by Black Tie Groove, free hot dogs, ice cream and popcorn.
Roseland offers pickleball lessons for youngsters and adults
ROSELAND - The borough is offering beginner-level pickleball lessons to residents young and old starting this fall. Classes will be held on Thursdays starting Sept. 19 through Oct. 17 at the Harrison Sports Complex at 19 Harrison Ave. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value...
Chatham's Ishir Rao receives Governor's Volunteerism Award
CHATHAM - Chatham High School rising senior Ishir Rao was recognized, and his computer science education program CS Base received the New Jersey Governor's Volunteerism Award, in a ceremony in Hamilton on Sunday, June 9. CS Base, created by Rao and 2023 Chatham graduate Aditya Sinha, is a non-profit organization...
A Week at Library of the Chathams Monday, July 22 – Sunday, July 28, 2024
*Please note that the library is closed on Sundays through Labor Day.*. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Come join Ms. Najia and Mr. Stephen for songs, stories and fun!. Ages 9 to 24 months - Mondays OR Tuesdays at...
No, this photo doesn’t show Donald Trump golfing the day after his assassination attempt
Posts claiming to show former President Donald Trump golfing the day after the July 13 assassination attempt in Butler, Pennsylvania, have gone viral online, reaching millions of people. “Imagine getting shot at 7pm and still making your 9am tee time,” an X post with 12 million views says. Other...
Algal blooms force closure of beach at North Jersey's largest lake
The latest heat wave to hit North Jersey may have snapped, but the effects left from the steamy weather has led to the formation of a harmful algal bloom in Lake Hopatcong, forcing the beach area of the state's largest lake to close. The closure of the popular Hopatcong State...
Centuries-old road set to reopen at Delaware Water Gap as $11M facelift proceeds
Work to rebuild Old Mine Road, the 250-year old route through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, is on schedule, with the road expected to reopen to the public in late August, according to an update from park officials. Thought by some to be the oldest commercial highway in...
Milkshake is looking for his forever home!
Our little Milkshake isn’t so little anymore. We can’t imagine a better #FeelGoodFriday post than this. A few weeks ago, our rescue partners found Milkshake abandoned at a dump site in rural Mississippi. He was emaciated, severely dehydrated, loaded with worms and ticks, and covered in crusty, infected skin. Despite the crippling heat and look of utter defeat on his face, Milkshake wandered right up to his rescuers, tail wagging, sensing that help had finally arrived.
Part of Route 611 has been closed since 2022. A reopening is finally in sight
A temporary solution to reopen the closed stretch of Route 611 south of Delaware Water Gap has been reached, officials announced Friday. The road has been closed from Cherry Valley Road/Oak Street in Delaware Water Gap south to Slateford Road since a rock slide in December 2022. Part of this section is in Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area.
Denville Community Club Announces 2024 Royal Weekend
DENVILLE, NJ - The Indian Lake Community Club in Denville has selected its royal couple for the 2024 calendar year. The tradition of choosing a king and queen dates back to 1927. Club members vote for a royal couple every summer, typically high school seniors. This year’s royal couple are seniors Hogan Hyatt and Bridget Rynkiewicz.
Pascrell remains in hospital but says he is doing well
Five days after checking himself into a hospital with a fever, Rep. Bill Pascrell (D-Paterson) remains hospitalized but is doing well, according to his office. “Congressman Pascrell was treated with antibiotics and no longer has a fever which was possibly caused by a respiratory infection, and he is being monitored by doctors awaiting a clean bill of health,” said Ben Rich, Pascrell’s chief of staff. “He thanks the medical professionals at St. Joe’s providing his care and is eager to return to his duties.”
Sue Altman: Too Radical for NJ-7 Residents
As a constitutent in the NJ-7 congressional district, I believe we must do everything in our power not to elect radical liberal Sue Altman. Her policy positions (and her recent endorsement from the Progressive Caucus) should deeply concern us as NJ-7 residents and voters. Altman’s out-of-touch proposals would directly make...
Madison Area YMCA Welcomes Kids Central Manager Sarah Coto
The Madison Area YMCA welcomes Kids Central Manager and Active Older Adult Social Event Coordinator Sarah Coto! Sarah comes to the Y with a strong background in youth development, dramatic arts, aquatics, and program management, and a passion for fun!. Previously, Sarah served as the Regional Coordinator at USA Sport...
Morristown Little League Continue in State Play; Game 2 is Friday Night
MORRISTOWN, NJ - The 11U Morristown American Little League baseball team has advanced to Game 2 in State Tournament Play. The team defeated Hoboken; 10-2 and will take on Haddonfield tonight, July 19 at 8pm. Game will be played at 255 Mt. Pleasant Avenue in Wallington. Good luck!
Give Your Advice: Colony Pool Construction In Chatham
The Colony Pool Advisory Committee requests the input of residents, non-residents and pool members to provide advice about the design for construction of new pool walls at Colony Pool. Provide your input now via this online form: https://forms.gle/RDAmdXVU1CNRBikE7. Sign Up for FREE Chatham Newsletter. Get local news you can trust...
Police: Duo stole 280 iPhones worth $117K in NJ smash and grab
A Passaic man has been accused of helping steal a massive amount of iPhones from an Essex County wholesale electronics store three months ago. On April 18 around 2:24 a.m., Fairfield police were sent to investigate an alarm going off at United Tower Associates, which also operates as Digital World Shop, along Bloomfield Avenue.
Surprises Inside – Take a Tour of New Jersey’s Strangest House
At first glance, this home looks straight out of a sci-fi movie, but it's not. If the outside is this intriguing, imagine what the inside looks like. This unusual house is in Harding Township (Morristown) in Morris County. 75 Sand Spring Rd. is the location of this 14,000-square-foot home sitting...
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