BusinessCommunity Morris County Commissioners Approve More Than $3.8 Million In Human Services Grants

Morris County Commissioners Approve More Than $3.8 Million In Human Services Grants

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners approved more than $3.8 million in 2025 Grant-in-Aid (GIA) funding to support 76 human services related programs in the coming year that were recommended by volunteer advisory committees to the county Department of Human Services. The Board of Commissioners annually allocates the grant funds to support critical support services for…

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Economic DevelopmentTourismTravel NJTIA To Host 2024 Annual Conference on Tourism

NJTIA To Host 2024 Annual Conference on Tourism

Join industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiasts as we explore innovative ways to advance the Garden State’s unique tourism landscape. From captivating keynote speakers to engaging breakout sessions, this conference is designed to inspire and equip you with the tools and insights needed to elevate your tourism endeavors. New this year, our conference will feature interactive…

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Business Einhorn Barbarito Signs Major Lease at Onyx’s ‘The Arbors’

Einhorn Barbarito Signs Major Lease at Onyx’s ‘The Arbors’

PARSIPPANY — Einhorn, Barbarito, Frost, Botwinick, Nunn & Musmanno, a law firm with deep roots in Morris County, has secured a 24,947 square-foot lease at Onyx Equities’ The Arbors @ Parsippany. This move marks a nearly 50% increase in office space for the firm, which has been based in Denville for 63 years. Co-Managing Partner Gary Botwinick shared, “The Firm has more…

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BusinessEconomic DevelopmentRetail Morris County Promotes Shopping at “Small Businesses” on Saturday

Morris County Promotes Shopping at “Small Businesses” on Saturday

The Morris County Board of County Commissioners has officially designated Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, adopting a special resolution to observe Small Business Saturday, recognizing the essential role small businesses play in driving the county’s economy and enhancing the overall quality of life for our communities. Small Business Saturday®, launched by American Express on Nov. 27, 2010, has evolved into…

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HistoryTravel History Marks the Spot: Chester Township

History Marks the Spot: Chester Township

Morris County’s 39 municipalities are home to a fascinating tapestry of historic sites recognized on the state and national level for their significance. Some famous, some little know, together they preserve the story of the people, industries, and culture that shaped our community. In this blog series, MCHS highlights the sites to be found in…

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BusinessCommunity $400K Allocated For Expansion Of Mendham's Schiff Preserve

$400K Allocated For Expansion Of Mendham’s Schiff Preserve

Morris County Commissioners approved $1.8 million to preserve 65+ acres across three municipalities, including Mendham. MENDHAM, NJ — Three projects, totaling 65 acres, have been approved to split $1.8 million in open space preservation grants, after recommendations made by the Morris County’s Open Space Trust Fund Committee were approved by the Board of County Commissioners.…

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BusinessRetail TD Bank Survey Reveals Holiday Shoppers Plan

TD Bank Survey Reveals Holiday Shoppers Plan

TD Bank announced the findings of its 2024 Merry Money Survey, revealing that more than half of holiday shoppers (52%) are scaling back their spending due to recession anxieties, and more than four out of every ten (42%) respondents are weighing their holiday spending behavior based on the impact from the election. Despite these concerns,…

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BusinessCommunityWorkforce U.S. Volunteerism Rebounding After COVID-19 Pandemic

U.S. Volunteerism Rebounding After COVID-19 Pandemic

Over 75.7 million or 28.3% of the U.S. population age 16 and up formally volunteered through an organization between September 2022 and September 2023, approaching a return to pre-pandemic levels of volunteerism, according to joint research by the U.S. Census Bureau and AmeriCorps. National rates of several other types of civic engagement similarly bounced back during that…

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BusinessCommunityEconomic Development Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation Awards $124,000 in Grants

Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation Awards $124,000 in Grants

MORRIS COUNTY – Blue Foundry Charitable Foundation, Blue Foundry Bank’s foundation for supporting philanthropic efforts in New Jersey communities, demonstrates leadership in giving back. The Foundation supports organizations under four giving pillars: Affordable Housing, Education, Health and Human Services, and Youth Programs. The Foundation has awarded over $90,000 in grants this year, with an additional…

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Economic DevelopmentEducationWorkforce CCM Celebrates New Apprenticeship Program and Triad Partnership

CCM Celebrates New Apprenticeship Program and Triad Partnership

New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development and CMC Steel Join Forces with CCM for Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship Program County College of Morris (CCM) celebrated the launch of a new Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Apprenticeship program, made possible through an innovative partnership with CMC Steel and the New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL).  The…

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Uncategorized Hospital Expansion Project Prompts 2nd Town Hall In Morristown

Hospital Expansion Project Prompts 2nd Town Hall In Morristown

Morristown Medical Center has proposed a nearly $1 billion expansion plan, which includes the construction of an 11-story tower. MORRISTOWN, NJ — A second meeting has been scheduled to provide more details on the long-anticipated plans for a major expansion of Morristown Medical Center, Morris County’s largest healthcare facility. Last month, Atlantic Health hosted a…

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Business Key Trends in Modern Marketing

Key Trends in Modern Marketing

At its core, marketing is the process of getting people interested in your company’s product or service. Sounds simple enough, but in today’s ever-evolving digital landscape, with technology reshaping the way that businesses connect with their audiences, it is important to understand the latest trends and strategies necessary to create, launch and execute an effective marketing…

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