Morning
Morristown
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The FirstEnergy Foundation awarded $600K to 21 New Jersey food banks through its Hunger Action Month initiative to provide an estimated two million meals to families in need. The funding includes $20K for Spring Street Community Development in Morristown—grants range from $2,500 to $75,000 statewide. WRNJ Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Meadowlands Racetrack will hold the Hambletonian in 2026 but organizers have opened bidding for a 2027 race at another site as owner Jeffrey Gural pushes for a North Jersey casino—he said licensing challenges and rule disagreements led to his decision not to renew the contract. Daily Record
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The United Railroad Historical Society of New Jersey will begin restoring the Merci Train boxcar—a 1949 French gift—at Boonton during Railroad Museum for a Day on Sept. 28 at 10 a.m. The project aims to return the car’s exterior to its 1949 look for a traveling exhibit debuting on Memorial Day. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ News 12 reporter Amanda Eustice explained a new pedestrian safety campaign in Morris Plains that will soon upgrade crosswalk flagging—improving safety for walkers and reducing commuting risks. News 12 New Jersey
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Make-A-Wish New Jersey granted Antoni's wish to fish and explore Alaska—one of up to 400 wishes given yearly to sick children; his mom shared the trip was a cherished memory for their family. News 12 New Jersey
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tom Borgia, a senior lineman for West Morris, leads his team with strong defensive and offensive skills and has committed to play football for Princeton—earning praise for his leadership from coach Kevin Hennelly. His background in wrestling and strong academic record bolster his reputation as a dedicated student-athlete. Daily Record
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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