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Morristown
Wednesday, July 16th, 2025
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 46-year-old pedestrian remains in critical condition after a crash on Route 46 West in Netcong on July 14 when an off-duty sheriff’s officer driving a Chevrolet Tahoe collided with him — authorities are investigating the incident. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ Morristown resident Camille Allen was trapped in her car on Grove Street in North Plainfield when three men pulled her to safety as rising water reached her waist—she said the rescue was very traumatic. News 12 New Jersey
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, Morristown celebrated the 200th anniversary of General Lafayette’s Farewell Tour with parades, military reenactments, and music on the town Green—officials and local groups honored his legacy with a formal resolution and a reenactment ball at Sansay House. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ Morris County has five historic places to visit this summer+ including Macculloch Hall, the Morris Museum, Morristown National Historical Park, the New Jersey Firemen’s Home Museum and the Whippany Railway Museum. These sites show local history from the American Revolution, early industry and rail travel+ and let visitors learn about North Jersey’s rich past. Daily Record
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ After heavy rains and floods on July 14 that caused power outages and road closures, residents are urged to review their homeowners, renters and auto insurance policies because many standard plans exclude flood damage. Homeowners and car owners should confirm coverage limits with private insurers or FEMA’s flood insurance program—this measure can reduce financial losses in future storms. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New Jersey has been named 'Advanced' in AI readiness by Code for America and joins California + Colorado as a leader in smart AI rules and technology. Governor Murphy said the state’s task force, AI hub under construction, and nearly $4 million in grants will boost the economy and help workers use AI safely. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ New Jersey joined a coalition of states that settled with Gilead Sciences in a $202 million deal—alleging the company paid illegal kickbacks for its HIV drugs. The state received nearly $2.9M—about $1.7M plus interest remained with New Jersey while the rest was returned to the federal government. WRNJ Radio
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