The Morris County Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the county’s 2026 budget tonight, maintaining no increase in the county tax rate for a seventh consecutive year while continuing strategic investments in public safety, education, infrastructure and human services. The $407.3 million spending plan is artificially inflated by the early authorization of $24.3 million in grant funding, which…
New Jersey is preparing for an unusually busy tourism year in 2026 as it cohosts the FIFA World Cup with New York while also marking the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding with a yearlong slate of historical commemorations across the state. Eight World Cup matches, including the tournament final, are scheduled for MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, drawing…
The FIFA Fan Festival™ NYNJ that was set to celebrate World Cup over several weeks at Liberty State Park in Jersey City has been canceled. Instead, Governor Mikie Sherrill has launched a new $5 million initiative to support communities across the state in creating fan experiences throughout the World Cup. The FIFA World Cup 2026™ New York New…
The Morris County Board of County Commissioners tonight introduced their 2026 Budget with no increase in the county tax rate for a seventh consecutive year, while continuing investments in public safety, education and infrastructure. “This budget again holds the line on the tax rate. Morris County provides among the highest level of services in the state…
MORRISTOWN, NJ — The St. Patrick’s Day Parade of Morris County will celebrate this year’s Grand Marshal, Michael G. Bannon, with a special Grand Marshal Reception on Friday, March 6, 2026, organizers announced. The reception will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Mansion at Mountain Lakes. Admission is listed as a $110…
MORRISTOWN, NJ — They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. That phrase rings true with Martin Pizzarelli, who will be performing at the Morris Museum soon. Martin is the son of Bucky Pizzarelli, a legendary guitarist and NJ native, who’s performed with the likes of Benny Goodman to Miles Davis. Over the…
MORRIS PLAINS, NJ – A decade-long food journey built on Italian tradition and local ingredients is about to get a home base in Morris Township. Jersey Artisan Café, a new Southern Italian–inspired “espresso bar” concept, will celebrate its grand opening on Saturday, December 13, at 14 Burnham Road (Morris Plains mailing address) with doors opening…
When summer hits the tri-state area, the temperature isn’t the only thing to heat up. The economies in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania heat up too. Across the area, consumer spending, tourism, and seasonal hiring typically push employment upward. But, this year, New Jersey’s economic numbers tell a more nuanced story. The data suggests…
MORRISTOWN, NJ — A new era of fine dining is coming to one of Morristown’s most iconic landmarks. MM by Morimoto, led by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto, will open at the historic Vail Mansion, bringing world-class culinary talent and design to the heart of downtown, announced the Montclair Hospitality Group. The venture, is a collaboration…
