Good morning, Morristown.

The FirstEnergy Foundation donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross of New Jersey to support disaster preparedness and recovery efforts after severe storms.

The donation will help local communities prepare for future emergencies.

Jersey Central Power and Light filed a rate proposal with the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities to delay residential delivery rate hikes until January 2028—offsetting a $253 million increase planned for 2027—and may raise bills by about 8.8% while funding a five-year capital plan.

The Farmers’ Almanac forecasts the Northeast will experience coastal storms, heavy wet snow and a wintry mix — with Morristown expecting variable weather conditions.

Residents are advised to plan ahead as near-freezing temperatures may shift storm tracks in January and February.

New hospital rankings released Aug.

4 show Hackensack University Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center ranked highest overall, with top scores for cancer, heart and children’s care noted in national surveys. The findings highlight strengths and challenges across New Jersey hospitals.