Morning
Morristown
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of March.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ County College of Morris President Dr. Anthony J. Iacono was named to ROI-NJ's Influencers: Power List 2026 for Higher Education for the seventh year after boosting student success and workforce partnerships. He has led CCM since 2016 and grown programs that meet the region's needs. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ A Garden State Initiative report shows that New Jersey’s school funding formula creates stark funding differences that force extra tax burdens on families while schools lose staff — Gov. Sherrill is expected to reform the system as lawmakers tackle a $3 billion budget gap. Daily Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Nonprofit Land Conservancy of New Jersey bought the 123-acre Wildcat Ridge Preserve in Rockaway Township on March 12 with a $1.04 million grant from the Morris County Open Space Trust Fund, expanding a 6,300-acre network of woods, streams, and lakes. The new preserve links wildlife habitats — supporting outdoor activities. Daily Record
- ➤ On March 17, a storm left over 21,000 North Jersey customers without power with Morris and Sussex counties most affected—utility crews are working to restore service as residents are urged to stay clear of downed lines. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Rep. Gottheimer said rising electricity bills from higher use and limited supply drove him to call for easing permits and building more power plants to help families save money—his plan includes new natural gas and renewable projects and improved grid regulations for New Jersey. Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Four Atlantic Health hospitals earned national recognition on the Castle Connolly Top Hospitals list for 2026, with Overlook Medical Center receiving a Gold Standard accolade. Morristown Medical Center was also rated nationally across multiple specialties, reflecting the system's dedication to quality care + excellent patient outcomes. WRNJ Radio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Food lovers can join the free North Jersey Eats newsletter to get local restaurant updates + dish recommendations every Thursday morning. Register online to enjoy the freshest culinary news from the community. Daily Record
- ➤ Verana and Lucco emerge as the top vote-getters in North Jersey's chicken parm contest. Voting opened on Wednesday, Mar. 18 and will continue until 5 p.m. Friday, Mar. 20 following a one-day extension. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vega Ioane, a Penn State standout whose viral play boosted his profile, is drawing NFL scouts today at Pro Day workouts as teams eye him as a top guard prospect — the Giants may make him their starter if they use his skills to plug an interior line gap. Daily Record
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