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Morris County Approves Funding for 24 Historic Sites

Published on July 10, 2025

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners approved $2.6 million in grants from the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to help restore, preserve and protect 24 historic sites across 15 towns during its public meeting in Morristown last night.

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Morristown Marks 200th Anniversary of Lafayette’s Farewell Tour

Published on July 08, 2025

Morristown will play a key role this week in a national commemoration of General Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 Farewell Tour, hosting a series of public events, reenactments and tributes from July 8–14 to mark the bicentennial of his return visit to the United States and honor his legacy in the fight for American independence.

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Morris County Office of Risk Management Shares Grilling Safety Tips

Published on July 08, 2025

July is the leading month for grill-related fires, prompting the Morris County Office of Risk Management to remind residents about the importance of safe grilling practices. As summer celebrations heat up, please check out these safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association to help prevent injuries and reduce the risk of fires at home.

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Sheriff Gannon Swears In New Chief Sheriff’s Officer

Published on July 07, 2025

Morris County Sheriff James M. Gannon today officially swore in Chief Sheriff’s Officer Aaron D. Tomasini to lead the bureau of law enforcement during a ceremony held in the commissioners’ public meeting room at the Morris County Administration and Records Building, where officials, law enforcement colleagues, family and friends gathered to honor his distinguished career and leadership.

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America’s 249th Anniversary in Morris County

Published on July 03, 2025

Morris County will celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks, parades and events honoring America’s founding and the county’s Revolutionary War history, with festivities continuing across multiple towns into mid-July.

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West Hanover Ave. Road Closure - Thursday, July 3

Published on July 02, 2025

Please be advised that West Hanover Avenue, between Speedwell Avenue and Lake Valley Road, will be closed Thursday, July 3, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the request of the Morris Township Police Department to accommodate a water main replacement project the Southeast Morris Municipal Utilities Authority will undertake at the intersection of Hanover Ave. and Stiles Ave.

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Morris County Sheriff’s Office Issues Fireworks Safety Tips

Published on July 02, 2025

Happy 4th of July! Sheriff James M. Gannon and the Morris County Sheriff’s Office remind everyone to celebrate responsibly this Independence Day by following safety guidelines when handling fireworks.

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MCPO's Arrive Together Program Continues to Expand

Published on July 01, 2025

Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, First Assistant Prosecutor Maggie Calderwood, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Mental Health Association (MHA) Chief Executive Officer Bob Davison announce Morris County’s ARRIVE Together program has expanded to twenty-five additional municipalities, effectively incorporating nearly all of Morris County into the program.

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Morris County Honors Top Sheriff’s Officer on Retirement

Published on June 27, 2025

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners today formally recognized Chief Kelley Zienowicz with a framed resolution of honor, commemorating her retirement and nearly 25 years of distinguished service with the Morris County Sheriff’s Office.

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$2.6 Million in Grants Recommended for 24 Historic Sites

Published on June 25, 2025

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners was asked tonight to approve $2.6 million in grants from the county’s Preservation Trust Fund to help restore, preserve and further protect 24 historic sites in 15 towns across Morris County.

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