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Morristown
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Morristown residents aged 3 to 11 can attend an Easter egg hunt at Lidgerwood Park (rain or shine) today; goodie bags are picked up at 10 a.m. followed by a magic show with Easter Bunny photos at 10:15 and the hunt starting at 11. Daily Record
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ One Majesty, a Japanese-flagged cargo ship that called on our ports earlier this year, was attacked in the Persian Gulf last week (no one was injured) and some ships are now being rerouted to add about two weeks to their journey. Daily Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nine unique museums across North Jersey showcase regional art, science, and history — including the Morris Museum in town. Visitors can explore exhibits on aviation, mining, and cultural heritage at locations with varying admission fees. Daily Record
- ➤ The Jersey Eats Podcast released its latest episode highlighting North Jersey's best spicy food, featuring local spots like Marley’s Gotham Grill (Hackettstown) and pizzerias with buffalo chicken pies. Listeners can stream the show on major platforms. Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Morris School District will hold a referendum on Sept. 15 to fund repairs and upgrades including a new pool for Morristown High School—Superintendent Anne Mucci said state aid may lower the $158 million estimate—while Morris Plains residents do not vote. Daily Record
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Rutgers expert explains that local residents with disabilities need 29% more income — covering healthcare, travel and daily supplies — to maintain their living standard. Research shows that hidden expenses limit work and leisure options for local families. Daily Record
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ eXp Realty said its agents will share coming soon home listings on Realtor.com, Homes.com, and ComeHome.com via Zenlist starting April 15, aiming to expand buyer access while following MLS rules. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school teams in Morris/Sussex have released previews for the 2026 golf season. In Morristown, Coach Joe Componile (in his third season) said his team aims for the NJAC-National title with a mix of experienced players and new talent. Daily Record
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