History A Quick Look At What The Group Behind America's 250th Has In Store

A Quick Look At What The Group Behind America’s 250th Has In Store

As the United States celebrates its semiquincentennial this year, the nonpartisan organizing committee America250 has a goal as ambitious and audacious as the Declaration of Independence it’s commemorating. Designed as an apolitical celebration for all Americans to not only honor, experience and deepen their understanding of the country but to connect them with each other,…

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HistoryTravel Kirby Foundation Launches “We the People: Reflections at 250” Webinar Series

Kirby Foundation Launches “We the People: Reflections at 250” Webinar Series

The F. M. Kirby Foundation announces “We the People: Reflections at 250,” a special webinar series celebrating America’s 250th anniversary by exploring the enduring principles that shaped our nation’s foundation. This five-part series brings together distinguished scholars and civic leaders to examine how the ideals of 1776 continue to guide America’s journey toward fulfilling its founding promise. Running from April…

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CommunitySportsTourismTravel NJ Launches $5M World Cup Initiative for Community Events

NJ Launches $5M World Cup Initiative for Community Events

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…

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Economic DevelopmentEducationWorkforce Gilead Foundation Grants County College of Morris Foundation $150,000

Gilead Foundation Grants County College of Morris Foundation $150,000

RANDOLPH, NJ: County College of Morris (CCM) Foundation is pleased to announce that Gilead Sciences Inc.’s Gilead Foundation, a nonprofit organization that works to create a thriving health ecosystem, has awarded the college a $150,000 grant in support of its forthcoming Center for Health Professions. “Gilead Sciences is an exceptional life-sciences organization with a world-wide impact,” said Dr. Anthony Iacono, president…

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CommunityEconomic DevelopmentTourism Morris County Introduces 2026 Operating Budget

Morris County Introduces 2026 Operating Budget

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…

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CommunityTourismTravel Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade to Honor Michael G. Bannon at Grand Marshal Reception

Morris County St. Patrick’s Day Parade to Honor Michael G. Bannon at Grand Marshal Reception

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…

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