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Morristown
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Morris County officials celebrated the nine-year anniversary of the Hope One mobile outreach program at Calvary Baptist Church today, where 30+ service providers offered addiction and mental health support. Launched in 2017 and credited with 71,700 contacts, the program will expand its reach with ongoing local partnerships. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ After a harsh winter, residents are invited to take an online survey to report the worst potholes in North Jersey — share your location and check back for results. Daily Record
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The County College of Morris Foundation will host its annual gala 'One College, One Community, One Special Night' on Thursday, April 30 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Park Avenue Club in Florham Park to honor community partners and raise funds for scholarships and college initiatives. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ Rutgers physicist David Shih developed an AI-assisted method to simplify intricate particle physics equations—achieving near-perfect results that could boost research. He worked with AI system Claude and urged educators to update training to help scientists better work with emerging technology. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ Six NJ school rocketry clubs will attend the American Rocketry Challenge finals next month in Virginia, with Thomas Edison Energy Charter School in Somerset among the 100 nationwide selected — its club has been designing and launching rockets. News 12 New Jersey
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Jersey officials banned Bradford pear trees and 29 other invasive species after the law was signed on Jan. 20 to protect local ecosystems. Propagation rules start 13 months from signing while sale bans follow 49 months later — the measure helps growers shift to native alternatives. Daily Record
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local gardening article explains five easy perennial herbs for small gardens, including chives, mint, thyme, oregano, and sage (all promising year-after-year harvests). Residents can use these simple tips to boost their kitchen and sensory gardens. News 12 New Jersey
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