Morristown Local News – Monday, May 5th, 2025

Morning Morristown

Monday, May 5th, 2025

Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.

BUSINESS NEWS

➤ According to the New Jersey Health Department, 83 workplace deaths occurred in 2023 mainly among white men under 54, with construction and transportation remaining dangerous. Rutgers labor professor Carmen Martino warned that failing safety systems may lead to higher risks in the future—prompting calls for stronger state oversight. Daily Record

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ New Jersey emergency management officials warned residents to prepare for wildfires by clearing flammable vegetation, assembling emergency kits, and signing up for alerts. A fire that ignited Friday along Route 46 in Independence Township burned about 100 acres + threatened 25 structures + damaged 2 outbuildings before it was contained by Saturday morning. WRNJ Radio

HEALTH NEWS

➤ New Jersey lawmakers passed a law that requires insurers to cover biomarker tests for patients showing signs of diseases like cancer or Alzheimer's, and Gov. Phil Murphy signed it last month. The change helps doctors detect diseases early—leading to more precise treatment plans for those with symptoms. Daily Record

SPORTS NEWS

➤ Local sports fans can vote for the Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week until 5 p.m. Thursday, as local coaches submit nominations for athletes with standout performances like Cole Cantada’s 12 kills in four-set victories + Katie Cooper’s 10 goals in Hackettstown’s win. Daily Record

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MORRISTOWN ANNOUNCEMENTS

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