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Tuesday, April 15, 2025

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Morris County: Residents received $612.39 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.1% of income in Morris County, providing an average of $1,198 per capita to residents.

By Morris Leader | Apr 13, 2025

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Morris County to host public meeting on Lenape Island Bridge replacement

Morris County is set to conduct a second online Public Information Center meeting on April 24 to discuss the concept development study for the proposed replacement of the Lenape Island Bridge at Indian Lake in Denville.

By Morris Leader | Apr 11, 2025

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Morris County's 2024 development report highlights housing and commercial trends

By Morris Leader | Apr 11, 2025

The annual Morris County Development Activity Report has been released by the Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation.

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Morris County launches StoryMap to celebrate three decades of land preservation

By Morris Leader | Apr 10, 2025

Morris County has launched an interactive online ArcGIS StoryMap to commemorate over three decades of land preservation, emphasizing the achievements of the Morris County Open Space Trust Fund.

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Morris County observes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, honors victims’ advocate pioneer

By Morris Leader | Apr 9, 2025

Morris County has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting crime victims and their families by proclaiming April 6–12, 2025, as National Crime Victims’ Rights Week.

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Morris County to mark Paul Revere's ride anniversary with light tribute

By Morris Leader | Apr 8, 2025

Morris County has announced plans to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's historic ride on April 18, 1775, with a campaign named "Two If By Sea."

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Morris County celebrates Revere's midnight ride anniversary with "Two If By Sea" campaign

By Morris Leader | Apr 8, 2025

Morris County is set to commemorate the 250th anniversary of Paul Revere's historic ride on April 18, 2025.

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NJEDA announces $5 million grant program for businesses affected by Route 80 sinkholes

By Morris Leader | Apr 7, 2025

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has announced a planned $5 million grant program designed to assist small businesses and nonprofits near Exit 34 on Route 80 in Morris County.

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Scenic 11-acre parcel along Raritan River preserved through joint effort

By Morris Leader | Apr 3, 2025

An 11-acre forested parcel along the North Branch of the Raritan River in Mendham Township, known as the Civille property, has been permanently preserved.

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Morris County invites feedback on updated hazard mitigation plan

By Morris Leader | Mar 31, 2025

Morris County, in collaboration with its municipalities, has revised its 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan.

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Morris County honors women's contributions during Women's History Month event

By Morris Leader | Mar 27, 2025

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners marked Women's History Month with a public meeting in Morristown.

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Morris County engages in transportation forum for infrastructure safety talks

By Morris Leader | Mar 27, 2025

Morris County recently took part in the Third Annual Municipal Transportation Forum held by Avenues in Motion at the County College of Morris.

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Morris County adopts 2025 budget without tax rate increase for the sixth year

By Morris Leader | Mar 26, 2025

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners approved a $376.6 million budget for 2025, marking the sixth year in a row without a tax rate increase.

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Hope One marks eighth anniversary with symposium at CCM

By Morris Leader | Mar 21, 2025

Morris County marked the eighth anniversary of Hope One, a mobile outreach program designed to combat the opioid epidemic.

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Morris Museum completes first phase of historic preservation project

By Morris Leader | Mar 18, 2025

The Morris Museum, housed in a building known as the Twin Oaks mansion, has completed the first phase of its restoration project.

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Morris County EDC recognizes contributors at annual awards ceremony

By Morris Leader | Mar 13, 2025

The Morris County Economic Development Corporation (EDC) recently held its 32nd Partners in Economic Development Awards at the Hyatt Regency Morristown.

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Morris County hosts senior nutrition events during National Nutrition Month

By Morris Leader | Mar 12, 2025

The Morris County Nutrition Program has joined forces with Employment Horizons’ Culinary Arts Training Program to conduct senior nutrition demonstrations titled “A Place at the Table” in recognition of National Nutrition Month.

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Morris County ranks 20th highest in New Jersey for per capita government transfer income at $9,303 in 2022

By Morris Leader | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of Morris County received an average of $9,303 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it second lowest in New Jersey.

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Morris County opens applications for 2025 open space funding

By Morris Leader | Mar 10, 2025

The Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation has announced that grant applications for open space funding are now available through the Morris County Preservation Trust.

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Morris County seeks new correctional police officers

By Morris Leader | Mar 7, 2025

Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon is seeking resumes for the position of county correctional police officers within the Sheriff's Office Bureau of Corrections.