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Morristown
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Morristown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ TD Bank will close eight branches in NJ on January 29th as it shifts many transactions online — the closures follow six earlier this year and aim to cut costs. The bank said it will reshape branch roles into high-value advice centers. Daily Record
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Homeowners in North Jersey are advised to leave fallen leaves this fall because they add nutrients to the soil and block weeds—experts say mulching some leaves can speed decay and protect winter shelter for insects. This natural method reduces the need for fertilizer while supporting local wildlife. Daily Record
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Morris County leaders honored nine veterans at their annual ceremony on November 5—before Veterans Day by presenting Resolutions of Honor and Distinguished Military Service Medals. Civil War hero Charles Hopkins, who aided escaped slaves on the Underground Railroad and survived Andersonville Prison before serving as Boonton's mayor, was among the honorees. Daily Record
- ➤ Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. hosted his third annual Seniors of Distinction ceremony on Monday at the Bridgewater Township Senior Center to honor 33 seniors from six counties for their volunteer work—each has helped their community over many years. The event celebrated local leadership and has been held annually since 2023. WRNJ Radio
- ➤ Today, Morris County Surrogate’s Court led by Heather J. Darling honors veterans through a partnership with the Morris County Veterans Services Office—helping veterans and their families access benefits such as burial rights, memorial certificates, and grave markers. This effort underscores the county’s commitment to recognizing the service and sacrifice of our local heroes. WRNJ Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A brand of baby formula was voluntarily recalled after health officials linked its use to infant botulism, including one case in a one‐month‐old infant in the northeast. Officials are testing leftover product and urge parents to check and dispose of affected ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula—sold online and at major retailers—to reduce any potential risk. Daily Record
- ➤ New Jersey health insurance premiums will jump sharply in 2026 as ACA plans climb by 175% and both employer-based and Medicare plans face higher costs—experts point to inflation, rising care expenses and drug prices as key factors that may leave many residents without affordable coverage. Daily Record
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local Morris/Sussex schools invite voters to choose the Football Player of the Week + the award is based on standout performances in recent playoff games. The poll will close at 5 p.m. Thursday + it includes efforts by players such as Massimo Corvelli and AJ Eldridge. Daily Record
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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