The spirit of 1825 returned to Morristown on Sunday, as Morris County and local officials joined residents, special guests and history enthusiasts in a series of events to honor the bicentennial of Gen. Marquis de Lafayette’s Farewell Tour in the United States. Lafayette, a French hero of the American Revolution, was celebrated as a “Guest…
MADISON, NJ – The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey starts off the season with a hilarious take on “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (abridged).” This remarkable compilation of comedies and dramas is deftly performed by three astute actors: Ty Lane, Patrick Toon and Kayla Ryan Walsh. Directed by Jeffrey M. Bender, who has also…
Lake Hopatcong, N.J. – Bridge Marina will hold their Christmas in July Food Drive, Saturday July 26th to Sunday July 27th at their marina on Lake Hopatcong. Guests are invited to bring a non-perishable food donation that will support Sparta Community Food Pantry’s efforts in supplying resources to local families and individuals in need. Those…
The retail industry supports over a quarter of U.S. jobs, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook, 18% of retail salespeople in 2023 were employed by firms that sold clothing, accessories, shoes and jewelry. How has this industry been faring? The 2022 Economic Census shows that the number of U.S. Clothing and Clothing Accessories retail firms…
The logistics industry is vital to the economic strength of New Jersey. Despite its necessity, the industry frequently faces criticism and blame. Initial conversations among NAIOP New Jersey, David Greek of Greek Real Estate Partners, and leading members of the state’s logistics industry resulted in a new approach to defending and recognizing the logistics industry’s…
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has announced a $5 million investment to support a statewide Apprenticeship Degree Initiative through a memorandum of understanding with Thomas Edison State University (TESU). This three-year initiative aims to develop college-credit pathways for registered apprenticeship programs, integrating workforce training with academic credentials such as an…
Weeklong Events Celebrate Revolutionary War Hero’s Legacy Morristown will play a key role this week in a national commemoration of General Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 Farewell Tour, hosting a series of public events, reenactments and tributes from July 8–14 to mark the bicentennial of his return visit to the United States and honor his legacy in the fight…
The students were nominated by their music instructors based on “their commitment to and excellence in the performing arts.” MORRISTOWN, NJ — Several talented students were recently recognized as the Mayo Performing Arts Center’s (MPAC) Music Students of the Month for their extraordinary musical skill. Nine Morris County students were recognized as “Outstanding Jazz Musicians”…
