Good morning, Morristown.

NJ Transit Board approved the fiscal year 2026 operating and capital budgets that assign $3.16 billion for operations and $1.684 billion for capital projects—money from fare collections, state funds, and federal funds will support upgrades, worker wages, and local transit programs. Officials said the budgets pave the way for safe service—helping riders get where they need to go.

The NJDEP detected a harmful algae bloom along Budd Lake Beach on June 16—prompting Mount Olive officials to issue a public health advisory and post warnings at lake access points.

Health officials urged residents and visitors to avoid water contact, not eat fish, and keep pets away until tests confirm algae levels have dropped below action thresholds.