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Former Washington Twp. Teen Center to be converted into Board of Health annex
WASHINGTON TWP. – The building local kids used to call the “Fuzzbox” is being renamed the Health Annex Building to be used by the township’s Board of Health. Township Committee members on Wednesday, July 10 awarded a contract, not to exceed, $99,900, to AB Contracting, LLC of Wharton to turn the former police station, then later a teen center, on 212 West Mill Road into the storage facility after bids were received and opened on June 18.
New Chester weather station keeps a closer eye on Mother Nature
CHESTER — When it comes to weather data, the western half of Morris County has been any empty space for years. Now, thanks to the borough and New Jersey Highlands Water Protection and Planning Council and Chester Borough, that hole is no more. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously...
Open Letter to Mayor Cicerale and Hardyston Township Council
Open Letter to Mayor Cicerale and Hardyston Township Council. I am writing to you as a long-time Sussex County/Sparta resident and a former Sparta Mayor. I have been active for the past two years challenging the construction of a very large “warehouse” within the limits of Sparta. While the presence of what one might consider a traditional warehouse could bring environmental, safety and other challenges, what is actually proposed for construction is far different and greatly exacerbates the associated problems.
Crows Attends Formal Reactivation of Restored Century-Old Hopatcong State Park Fountain in Roxbury
ROXBURY, NJ – The long-dormant, recently restored fountain at Hopatcong State Park in Landing was officially reactivated Tuesday morning at a celebration that culminated a decade of planning. The fountain gushed to life again exactly 99 years to the day that it was first activated as part of a...
NPS: 79th person since 1980 drowns in Upper Delaware River with no life jacket
A man who was rafting on the Upper Delaware Scenic & Recreational River (UPDE) went for a swim but became the 79th drowning victim in the Upper Delaware since the National Park Service started keeping record in 1980. UPDE Superintendent Lindsey Kurnath reported to the Upper Delaware Council on July...
Underground Legacy Operator Buds Bus Busted in North Jersey
The underground legacy operator Buds Bus was busted in North Jersey in West Milford in Passaic County. They had been operating openly for some time. Locals had become upset and notified the town council. Buds Bus had been operating multiple buses in different locations. According to their website, they had buses stationed at five permanent […] Source: Underground Legacy Operator Buds Bus Busted in North Jersey from Heady NJ
For the 48th year, the Freedom Festival and Parade were a hit in Randolph
RANDOLPH TWP. - Let the celebration begin!. The annual Randolph Freedom Festival, hosted by the Randolph Kiwanis Club at the County College campus, was held Thursday, July 11 through Saturday, July 13. The event had food, amusement rides, live music and fireworks. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about...
Pickleball courts won't replace Long Valley dog park
WASHINGTON TWP. — It's back to the drawing board after the Township Committee dropped plans Wednesday, July 10 to build a pickleball court where the former Long Valley Dog Park was located on Fairmount Road. Mayor Matt Murello and the Township Committee learned this past week that projects using...
The Randolph school construction referendum: What exactly will be done, and where?
RANDOLPH TWP. - With the Board of Education approving a $41.4 million dollar bond referendum vote for Tuesday, Sept. 17, the district has detailed what, precisely, will be done in each of the school buildings. Residents will have their say on whether or not the projects moves forward when they...
No bids force Washington Twp. to revisit EV charging stations
WASHINGTON TWP. - A plan to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Rock Spring Park died when the proposal drew no bids, Township Business Administrator Charles Daniel said during the Wednesday, July 10 Township Committee work session. “At this point there is nothing in the works to move forward...
Community events are planned in Hawley, including free evening movies in Bingham Park
Movies in Bingham Park, National Night Out and a community-wide yard sale are three of the special events this summer for everyone to enjoy in Hawley Borough. Scott Mead, the borough's public works supervisor as well as the Hawley fire chief, is coordinating the second season for Movies in the Park. He said at the July 10 council meeting that they are held on the last Saturday of the month, beginning at dusk. The first one was held July 5 (rescheduled from June 29). The series runs through December, when they are planning two movies around the time of Hawley Winterfest.
Morris Dems Hispanic Caucus Kick-Off Event Triumphs Under Brian Varela’s Leadership
MORRIS COUNTY — Under Brian Varela’s leadership, the Morris Dems Hispanic Caucus (MDHC) Kick-Off Event, held on Saturday, July 13, was a remarkable success, attracting over 70 attendees from Wharton and its surrounding areas. The MDHC’s commitment to fostering community engagement and inclusivity was evident as the event met and exceeded its goals. The initiative to form the Wharton Democratic Committee received enthusiastic support, establishing a solid foundation for future civic involvement.
McDonald's application hearing delayed for a second time
MORRIS PLAINS - The Planning Board had to delay its review of an application for a McDonald’s on Monday night, July 15 when the applicant failed to submit the application materials on time. The applicant is seeking to convert the shuttered Friendly’s restaurant at 415 and 433 Speedwell Ave....
Tennessee man charged with aggravated sexual assault in Dover
DOVER - A 32-year-old Nashville man has been arrested and charged with aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The man, Rony Oviedo-Buezo, allegedly "performed multiple sexual acts with a female child," according to authorities. HELP SUPPORT OUR WORK: You obviously care about local news and value...
School board OKs budget increase
The Board of Education approved another increase to the district’s budget for the 2024-25 school year in a 7-1 vote at its meeting July 16. Board member Teresa Dwyer voted no. “I can’t support it. I’m sorry,” she told the board. ”I resent the fact that we are willing to put this on the back of the taxpayers.”
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