Morris County
Recent News About Morris County
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Morris County promotes safe disposal with new videos for America Recycles Day
In recognition of America Recycles Day, the Morris County Board of County Commissioners and the Morris County Municipal Utilities Authority (MCMUA) have released two videos promoting the county’s Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Program.
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Pompton Valley Rail Trail opens partially; full completion expected by spring
The Pompton Valley Rail Trail, previously known as the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railway Bicycle and Pedestrian Shared Use Path, is now partially accessible to the public.
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Traffic diversion on Sussex Turnpike for rock stabilization project
Beginning Monday, November 18, westbound traffic on Sussex Turnpike (CR 617) between Raynor Road and West Hanover Avenue will be redirected due to a rock slope stabilization project.
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Morris County considers $1.8 million open space preservation plan
Morris County's Open Space Trust Fund Committee has recommended the allocation of $1.8 million for the acquisition and preservation of 65.2 acres in Denville, Madison Borough, and Mendham Township as part of the 2024 Open Space projects.
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Morris County proposes $1.8 million for open space acquisitions
Morris County's Open Space Trust Fund Committee has recommended that the Board of County Commissioners approve $1.8 million for the acquisition and preservation of 65.2 acres in 2024 Open Space projects.
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Meg Rodriguez named coordinator of year by NJ Crisis Intervention Team
Chief Assistant Prosecutor Meg Rodriguez has been honored with the 2023 Coordinator of the Year Award by the Crisis Intervention Team of New Jersey (CIT-NJ).
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Morris County honors 11 veterans with distinguished military service medals
The annual Veterans Day Observance Ceremony in Morris County saw the presentation of Distinguished Military Service Medals to 11 veterans.
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Orchard Street Cemetery featured on interactive StoryMap amid restoration efforts
The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation recently marked the first anniversary of the "Celebrated Past" Compendium Project.
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Morris County honors prosecutor's office for two centuries of service
The Morris County Prosecutor's Office marked its 200th anniversary with a celebratory dinner gala at the Park Savoy Estate in Florham Park.
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Stickley Museum reopens after restoration; honors former councilman Michael dePierro
Local dignitaries and community members gathered at the Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms in Parsippany-Troy Hills Township to celebrate its 35th anniversary and grand reopening.
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Morris County honors veterans with distinguished service medals at upcoming ceremony
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has announced the 2024 Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, scheduled for Wednesday, November 6.
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Morris County allocates $1.3 million for new trail projects
Morris County has approved over $1.3 million in grants for trail projects, aiming to enhance public outdoor spaces across seven towns. The funding will support the design and construction of trails in Morristown, Mendham Borough, Morris Plains, Randolph Township, Denville, East Hanover, and Montville.
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Morris County designates October as Arts & Humanities Month
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has declared October 2024 as "Arts and Humanities Month." The proclamation was presented during a work session meeting in Morristown by Commissioner Director Christine Myers to Tom Werder, Executive Director of Morris Arts. Werder was accompanied by representatives from various arts organizations, including Allison Larena, President & CEO of the Morris Performing Arts Center (MPAC), and Tom Loughman, Executive Director of the Morris Museum.
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Morris County joins national drug take back day on October 26
Morris County law enforcement agencies are set to participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, 2024. This event is part of a nationwide initiative coordinated by the U.S. Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). It aims to encourage the public to dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired prescription medications anonymously.
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Historic plaque unveiled at Randolph Friends Meeting House
Morris County officials and members of the Friends Meeting House and Cemetery Association gathered to celebrate the dedication of a historic plaque at the Randolph Friends Meeting House. The ceremony marked the preservation efforts of New Jersey's oldest wood-frame meeting house.
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Spring Valley and Green Village roads closure set for water main replacement
Portions of Spring Valley Road and Green Village Road will be closed starting October 14 for a water main replacement project. The affected area spans between Douglas Road in Harding Township and Britten Road in Chatham Township. The project is managed by Montana Construction Company under contract with New Jersey American Water.
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Morris County commissioners reaffirm support for Israel on attack anniversary
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has reiterated its support for Israel on the anniversary of the October 7 terrorist attacks. The commissioners shared updates during a public meeting about memorials they attended earlier in the week.
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Morris County declares October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has officially recognized October 2024 as "Domestic Violence Awareness Month." During a public meeting held in Morristown, the board presented a framed proclamation to Diane Williams, President and CEO of JBWS.
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Morris County considers funding seven new trail projects
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has received a recommendation to allocate over $1.3 million in grants for municipal trail design and construction projects. This initiative is part of the county's Trail Construction Grant Program, which has been running for nine years.
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Morris County Correctional Facility achieves perfect compliance rating from NJDOC
In August 2024, the Morris County Correctional Facility (MCCF) underwent an inspection by the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC). This annual audit evaluates the physical structure of the facility and ensures that policies meet NJDOC's high standards. Sheriff James M. Gannon and the MCCF Administration were recently informed that the audit determined a 100% compliance rating in all NJDOC standards.