Good morning, Morristown.

White Castle invites New Jersey customers to try its new Cheddar Smoked Sausage Slider and Pretzel Nibblers — available at test locations in Ledgewood and Pohatcong Township — as feedback may lead to a national rollout.

The Jewish community will celebrate Hanukkah from sunset on Sunday, Dec.

14 until sunset on Monday, Dec. 22 — an eight-day holiday marked by candle lighting, gift giving and festive family meals in Morristown.

A new report shows chronic kidney disease in NJ rose from 3.9% in 2016 to 6.1% in 2024 while hospital admissions reached 18.3% and kidney transplants nearly doubled from 452 to 875.

Experts say the increase is tied to diabetes, hypertension + obesity, with Black patients facing worse outcomes.

Atlantic Health’s Morristown, Overlook, Chilton and Newton centers earned the 2026 High Performing designation in maternity care from U.S. News & World Report & Newton Medical Center also received its third Maternity Care Access Hospital recognition, validating its commitment to quality care.

Local food writer Kara VanDooijeweert presents 12 gift ideas for food lovers this holiday season, featuring treats from Beenie's Ice Cream in Morristown and a colossal cookie from Essex mom Wendy Kou (crafted with gooey indulgence).

In November, local housing inventory steadied with its 25th consecutive month of growth and stable pricing as over 1 million U.S. homes were listed nationwide while Morris County recorded fewer new listings than last year based on Realtor.com data.

A Zoocasa report shows that since 1965, home prices have soared nearly 2,000%, and saving for a down payment now takes almost 15 years rather than under five.

The data suggests buyers face slower equity building — a tougher challenge for local newcomers.

Local high school girls wrestling teams in Morris and Sussex counties are gearing up for the season with coaches like John Gardner and Darren Bruseo counting on returning letter-winners and newcomers to compete strongly on the mat.

Morris and Sussex county girls basketball teams are previewed, with coaches highlighting returning players and new talent ahead of the 2025-26 season tips-off; teams from local towns focus on defense, speed, and teamwork in preparation for strong competition.