Good morning, Morristown.

Morris County expanded its Joy for All Pet Program this holiday season by partnering with the Housing Authority to deliver 36 robotic pets to seniors in county-supported housing; 26 have been delivered to residents 60 and older to ease loneliness (sponsored by the County Office on Aging).

WRNJ’s annual Musical Christmas Card airs today from 9 a.m. and runs until 6 p.m. on Christmas Day + offering festive tunes to brighten the holiday season at home, on the road, or with family.

New Jersey lawmakers approved bill A4882 that limits smartphone & tablet use in classrooms by directing the DOE to create guidelines for school boards.

The measure now heads to the governor's desk for final review.

On Tuesday, the NJ Department of Health released its strategic plan for 2025 to 2030 and announced a reorganization that includes a new Population Health Branch and a Division of Health Data and Analytics — efforts designed to improve health services for 9.5 million residents.

The New Jersey Lottery warned parents this holiday season against gifting scratch-off tickets to kids — citing rising youth gambling concerns and urging careful gift choices.

The agency noted that research shows a significant number of minors already face gambling issues.

This New Year's Eve, North Jersey restaurants including Blue Morel in Morristown will host festive celebrations with prix-fixe menus, open bars, and live music to welcome 2026.

Customers are urged to reserve tables soon as special events require bookings.