Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
Good morning, Morristown.
💼 Business
More backyard beekeepers in North Jersey are tending hives to harvest local honey for sale online and at farmers markets — a trend that has grown 550% since 2008.
Due to heavy rains in May and June, hobbyists like Chris Crabtree now plan to harvest honey later in July and expect jars to reach shelves within 24 hours — boosting local trade.
🎓 Education
School start dates in North Jersey have been announced and most districts will begin after Labor Day — dates range from Aug.
25 to Sept. 5, so parents should check with local schools for exact details.
🏛️ Government
New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J.
Platkin announced Monday that the state joined 20 other attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the USDA—arguing that a May directive requiring the release of SNAP recipients' personal data violates privacy laws. The lawsuit warns that noncompliance could risk losing about $190 million in SNAP funding—affecting roughly 824,000 residents who rely on the program.
📰 Real Estate
New homeowners in Morristown are advised to set a schedule for weekly, monthly, and seasonal tasks to avoid expensive repairs.
Ray LoVecchio from Sherlock Home Inspectors recommends checking items like HVAC filters and gutters regularly — this preventive work keeps a home safe and in good shape.
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