Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
Good morning, Morristown.
🚨 Crime
A 39-year-old man from Yonkers was charged with resisting arrest after a traffic stop near Church Street in Mount Olive Township on July 15 at 3:39 p.m. when he resisted an officer's effort to take him into custody for having a suspended license and an outstanding arrest warrant in Elizabeth, and he was released on his own recognizance pending a court appearance.
🎭 Culture
Happy Gilmore 2 will debut on Netflix on July 25 and stars Adam Sandler along with familiar faces returning in this iconic sequel.
The film was shot across New Jersey and an open casting call in Morristown drew thousands—causing a traffic backup that showed strong local interest.
🌲 Environment
Select schools in Hunterdon, Warren and Morris counties were awarded state grants as part of the Trees for Schools program to plant over 4,500 trees on campuses in spring 2026—40 institutions will receive grants ranging from $10,000 to $250,000.
The funding will cover planning, purchasing, planting and maintenance for three years.
🏛️ Government
Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law on Thursday that expands driver education to include pedestrian and cyclist safety—this law updates tests and coursework with new rules and penalties, and it takes effect immediately amid rising traffic fatality concerns.
Local drivers can expect revised guidelines at DMV schools as New Jersey works to improve road safety.
Gov. Phil Murphy signed a new law in Maplewood on Thursday that requires drivers to learn road-sharing rules—covering passing techniques and penalties—to help protect motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.
The law will take effect in August and comes after more than 690 families lost a loved one in traffic crashes over the past year.
🏥 Health
The American Red Cross reminded pet owners in New Jersey to protect their pets from heat stroke by providing fresh water, shade, and careful exercise as summer temperatures soar—owners should start cooling pets with water and check rectal temperatures if signs like heavy panting or red gums appear.
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