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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents are invited to view the Donald Troxell Native American Artifact Collection scheduled for Sunday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Merrill Creek Reservoir Visitor Center (34 Merrill Creek Road) in Harmony Township, where Troxell will answer questions about his discoveries. WRNJ Radio
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices have risen to a four-year high of $4.33 today (up six cents overnight) as global tensions and summer demand drive seasonal gasoline costs higher. Analysts warn prices may continue rising if international pressures do not ease. News 12 New Jersey
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FIFA and NJ Transit officials say public transit is the fastest way to reach MetLife Stadium during World Cup matches; special train, bus, and shuttle tickets will go on sale May 13 with routes from Manhattan and Clifton. Full-fare commuters will get up to a 20% discount on match days. Daily Record
- ➤ New Jersey will receive $125 million from a $7.4 billion settlement between Purdue Pharma & the Sackler Family over the opioid crisis. The deal ends nearly a decade of litigation and permanently bars the Sacklers from selling opioids. News 12 New Jersey
- ➤ Gov. Sherrill urged residents to save water amid the drought warning — the DEP monitors the water supply with a four-tiered system and has warned that mandatory restrictions may be needed if conditions worsen. News 12 New Jersey
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rutgers University Behavioral Healthcare and the NJ Department of Human Services run the 24/7 Mom2Mom Peer Support Helpline for caregivers of children with special needs, connecting callers with trained peers who share their experiences (based in Piscataway) and offering free assistance via phone at 877-914-6662. WRNJ Radio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Food writer Kara VanDooijeweert highlighted three standout bites from local eateries, featuring a BBQ brisket cheesesteak at Smokin' Mo’s on Route 206, hearty chowder fries at Lake Drive Tavern on Lake Dr. W., and a Banana Cream Peanut Butter Pie available for pickup at B and M Market. Daily Record
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