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Friday, May 8th, 2026
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of May.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new survey shows that hotels in New Jersey and New York have reported normal summer bookings instead of an anticipated World Cup surge — hotel operators cite high airfare, visa delays, and extra local fees as causes. News 12 New Jersey
- ➤ A state report shows tourism spending reached $51.9B in 2025, supporting 514,581 jobs and generating $5.5B in taxes. Officials forecast a 2% rise in visitors and a 3.2% boost in spending in 2026 as the FIFA World Cup campaign kicks off (released at Advocacy Day). News 12 New Jersey
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ County College of Morris has launched a new accelerated online program (CCM Accelerate) for working adults to earn an Associate of Science in Business Administration in 18 months. The program starts Fall 2026 (in Randolph Township) and offers flexible seven-week courses, certificate options, and one-on-one advisor support. WRNJ Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Five Atlantic Health System hospitals earned A grades for patient safety from the Leapfrog Group's Spring report, including the Morristown facility. Atlantic Health said the results affirm the hospitals' strong commitment to patient safety. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ The American Red Cross is urging local residents to schedule blood and platelet donation appointments as seasonal changes may affect availability. Donations made by May 17 receive a $20 Amazon gift card + appointments from May 18 to May 31 gain a complimentary Red Cross beach towel. WRNJ Radio
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Record has compiled a review of six top burger spots across North Jersey, highlighting local favorites like Morristown’s The Committed Pig that serve inventive recipes alongside classic comfort flavors. Daily Record
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