Morristown Local News – Saturday, April 11th, 2026

Morning Morristown

Saturday, April 11th, 2026

Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Furby and Minnie, two eight-month-old cats rescued from a feral community, are available for adoption at the Kinnelon Volunteer Animal Shelter. The shelter prefers both cats to go together, and interested adopters should call 973-283-4120 or email them ([email protected]) to arrange a visit. Daily Record
➤ Police in Morris County warned high school seniors on April 10 about the 'Senior Assassin' game, where realistic water guns may be mistaken for real firearms — urging parents to discuss safe play with their teens. Daily Record

EDUCATION NEWS

➤ Sisters First, an all-girls robotics team from Villa Walsh Academy in Morristown, won the district tournament in Mount Olive by beating 31 teams and earned a No. 2 state rank, and they will enter the Mid-Atlantic championships at Lehigh University next week. News 12 New Jersey

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ The Sherrill Administration announced over $7.3 million in fiscal year 2026 grants to upgrade lighting, runways and safety equipment at 11 local airports to boost business and flight training. The state contributes $6.5 million along with $800,000 in federal funds — a safety-first project support. News 12 New Jersey
➤ Morris County officials recognized April as National Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month during a public meeting this week; Commissioner Director Stephen Shaw presented a proclamation to representatives from Atlantic Health System’s Morris County Sexual Assault Center as leaders stressed coordinated efforts for survivor support and prevention. WRNJ Radio

LIFESTYLE NEWS

➤ The Jersey Eats Podcast highlighted 19 top North Jersey breakfast spots, including local favorites like South and Pine — a Morristown staple. Updated on Friday, Apr. 10 at 11:22 a.m., the episode guides residents with options from classic diners to upscale bistros. Daily Record

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