Good morning, Morristown.

NJ Transit is running its Morristown and Montclair-Boonton lines on adjusted schedules today because crews are repairing damage from a slow-speed work train derailment at Summit Station—passengers should allow extra travel time as many trains are canceled or modified.

Retailers are set to hire fewer seasonal workers as holiday spending is predicted to grow at its slowest rate since the pandemic—rising tariffs, automation and price pressures are forcing companies to scale back on temporary staff even as some, like Kohl’s and Bath & Body Works, plan limited seasonal hires.

NJ Transit is reviewing payroll records after documents showed union officers received full wages while off duty from October 2024 to March 2025 and plans to recover funds that were improperly paid—this review comes amid train cancellations caused by crew shortages.

The Morris/Sussex Athlete of the Week poll is live until 5 p.m. Thursday—nominations from local high school coaches feature players like Shannon Coyle and Monica Curry for standout performances.

Voters are encouraged to cast their votes early and often to support these athletes.