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Morristown
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A sudden freeze last week wiped out nearly all budding grapevines at Brook Hollow Winery in Knowlton Township, leaving owner Paul Ritter to warn that the loss may lead to a future shortage in wine production (up to 100,000 fewer bottles) when harvest time comes. News 12 New Jersey
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jamie Ding from New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency won his 30th straight Jeopardy! game on Thursday, Apr. 23 after a nail-biting final round. His record-breaking win has made local supporters proud (Gov. Sherrill praised his achievement) as he prepares to play in the Tournament of Champions. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NJ law holds property owners responsible for damage if a tree falls on their home — even if the tree belongs to a neighbor, unless it was clearly dead or rotting, in which case negligence may be a factor. Homeowners are advised to document damage and consult experts after strong storms. Daily Record
- ➤ Morris County officials observed National Crime Victims' Rights Week from April 19 to 25 at the Administration and Records Building, where Parkland father Fred Guttenberg delivered a keynote on gun violence prevention and support for victims. WRNJ Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In 50 days, MetLife Stadium (New York New Jersey Stadium) will host its first World Cup match as Brazil faces Morocco on June 13. Local officials are adjusting transit and parking while fan events and venue changes in East Rutherford add excitement for the upcoming tournament. Daily Record
- ➤ Randolph senior Seannah Parsons finished second in the Championship of America triple jump at Penn Relays on April 23 but earned top U.S. honors as the leading American finisher. Morris County teams won in the girls 4x400 + 4x100 + 4x800 races, keeping the region's streak alive. Daily Record
- ➤ Delbarton lacrosse rallied to beat Mountain Lakes 14-4 on April 23 in Morris Township—senior players scored key goals to extend a five-game win streak in a rivalry that began in 1980. Mountain Lakes will host a Flynn Field ribbon cutting today with a fundraiser tomorrow. Daily Record
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