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Morristown
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported a 3.2% inflation rise for February compared to last year, and experts say rising gas prices+ seasonal refinery work may push costs even higher next month. Daily Record
- ➤ NielsenIQ data shows the average cost for an at-home St. Patrick's Day dinner will rise to $114.23 today from $111.19 last year with increases in items like corned beef brisket and Irish butter while staples such as green cabbage are slightly cheaper; financial experts advise shoppers to plan ahead with lists and coupons. Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A review finds tuition for top North Jersey private high schools starts at $19,400 at Pope John XXIII Regional in Sparta and tops at $61,605 at Dwight-Englewood, with schools like Morristown Beard and Delbarton charging for upcoming classes and extra fees not included. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morris County Prosecutor’s Office staff joined Law Enforcement Night at Mennen Sports Arena on Friday, March 6 as a community outreach effort to build trust between law enforcement and residents—organized by the New Jersey Coalition for Education and Positive Choices, the County Sheriff’s Office and Mayors Wellness Campaign. WRNJ Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Atlantic Health’s Chilton Medical Center earned the 2026 Patient Safety Excellence Award Tuesday from Healthgrades and was named one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals, ranking it among the top 10% nationwide for patient safety. WRNJ Radio
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A study by MoveBuddha finds that Morristown ranks as New Jersey’s best suburb based on move-in searches, tying for 12th nationally + it is among the priciest with an average home price of $856,439. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Meadowlands Chamber will host Flag Cities 2026 fan events featuring live match broadcasts, food trucks and local vendors as part of the World Cup. The events will take place from June 12 (Jersey City) to June 26 (Rutherfords) across five North Jersey communities. Daily Record
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