Good morning, Morristown.

Morris County's Office of Planning and Preservation launched an interactive online StoryMap (Morris County and the Census) that traces growth from five municipalities in 1790 to 39 present day communities in celebration of Constitution Day.

Residents can explore narratives, maps and photos on the website.

The restored St. Hubert's Chapel on a secluded lake island in the Kinnelon community offers occasional tours and private event rentals; its Gothic Revival design and Tiffany stained-glass windows showcase historical craftsmanship (the restoration was led by local historian Tom Kline).

Denville native James Hatem, a Nashville-based musician, will open for Cheap Trick on Saturday, Sept.

19 at 8 p.m. at the Mayo Performing Arts Center, a venue where he grew up watching live shows.

Make Your Speech contest invites NJ students (grades 5-12) to submit a 2-3 minute inaugural speech video sharing their vision for America.

Submissions are accepted via the contest portal until midnight Pacific time on Oct. 30, and cash prizes will be awarded to top entries.

Voters in Morristown and Morris Township approved a $158 million referendum for essential school upgrades, including roof, window, and HVAC projects at 10 schools.

The measure passed with 3,358 votes in favor and will lead to slight monthly tax increases as the district begins multiyear improvements.

Dicksons Mill Road will close to traffic after the morning rush on Monday, Sept.

21, in Harding Township for a $1.44 million bridge replacement over Silver Brook. Project lasts six months — drivers should take a 2.5-mile detour via Spring Valley and Blue Mill Roads.

NJ Transit and Amtrak will cut service for five weeks, from Oct.

9 to Nov. 14, as they connect new tracks for the Portal North Bridge in the Northeast Corridor. Midtown Direct trains will divert to Hoboken + extra bus and ferry routes will support riders during the work.

New Jersey will receive more than $28.5 million from a settlement with Credit Acceptance over alleged risky auto lending—including $2.2 million in restitution for consumers.

The deal requires changes to lending practices for loans made after Dec. 2025, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said.

Nearly 20,000 residents had $90 million in medical debt eliminated through a state program that used federal and state funds beginning in 2023 and is now complete - recipients will receive letters as officials study ways to lower rising healthcare costs.

The Jersey Eats Podcast highlighted North Jersey’s favored cookie spots, featuring classic chocolate chip at Vesta Chocolate and creative treats at Half Baked.

Released on Sept. 17, 2026 — the episode is available on major platforms for local food lovers.

North Jersey offers a full fall bucket list with apple picking, corn mazes, ghost tours and Oktoberfest events.

Local activities like Bergen County’s Fall Harvest Festival running Sept. 18 to Sept. 20 and pumpkin festivals at local farms promise family fun—residents should call ahead to confirm hours.