Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
Good morning, Morristown.
Morris County honored nine local veterans on Wednesday outside the historic courthouse during its annual Memorial Day observance, presenting Distinguished Military Service Medals and marking the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.
The ceremony featured military honors, bagpipe performances and tributes to Revolutionary War soldiers (from the historic Jockey Hollow encampment).
The Morris Museum in Morristown will host the Common Ground: NJ Artists Think Monumental outdoor sculpture exhibition from May 28 through Aug.
23 across its 8-acre campus. The event showcases nine works by local artists chosen from 530 submissions based on how their sculptures interact with landscape and lighting.
At Tuesday’s drawing the Mega Millions jackpot reached $277 million with a $120.4 million cash option and winning numbers 10, 26, 34, 56, 64 and Megaball 6.
In New Jersey, local players using Jackpocket must note ticket sales close at 9:15 p.m. for the upcoming 11 p.m. drawing — check your local deadline.
Centenary University valedictorian Tanner Sullivan — a Basking Ridge resident — graduated May 16 with a perfect 4.0 GPA while hosting radio shows on WNTI and WRNJ Radio.
He plans to pursue radio and film opportunities in New Jersey after graduation.
Governor Mikie Sherrill asked federal agriculture officials for relief after a severe April freeze devastated fruit crops in New Jersey.
She sent a letter on May 20 seeking disaster aid for farms that lost over 90% of their yield — action aimed at protecting local agricultural jobs.
Farms, wineries, and agritourism businesses in Hunterdon, Sussex, Warren and Morris counties have been awarded part of the $5 million statewide Agritourism Grant Program by NJ Agriculture + the Division of Travel and Tourism to support projects boosting agricultural education and tourism marketing.
The New Jersey Department of Transportation lists highways where biking is banned, including the Garden State Parkway + the Turnpike, to keep riders safe while commuting and exercising.
Cyclists in Morristown must obey the same rules as motor vehicles on approved roads.
Long-term patients at Children's Specialized Hospital enjoyed a prom-themed celebration called 'A Night in Hollywood' this spring, where they walked a red carpet and danced to music.
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