CommunityEconomic DevelopmentRetailTourism Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season

Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season

Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season Nov. 25 is Small Business Saturday®   With the holiday season underway, finding the perfect gift isn’t just crucial for shoppers, it’s crucial for local businesses — “shopping small” can have “big” outcomes for everyone during Small Business Saturday® in Morris County this Saturday, November 25th! “In Morris…

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CommunityRetailTourism Support Morris County’s Local Businesses This Holiday Season

Shop Local: Support Morris County’s Local Businesses

  Support Morris County’s Local Businesses & Economy this Holiday Season Saturday, November 25th is Small Business Saturday   The holiday season is crucial for organizations, especially Morris County, NJ’s local businesses. Despite the ongoing economic challenges and the 3.7% inflation rate over the past 12 months, most Americans are expected to maintain or even…

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Arts & CultureDesignTourism Mansion in May Raises $1.65M for Morristown Medical Center's Gagnon Institute

Mansion in May Raises $1.65M for Morristown Medical Center’s Gagnon Institute

Mansion in May Raises $1.65M for Morristown Medical Center’s Gagnon Institute   The Women’s Association for Morristown Medical Center (WAMMC) is pleased to announce its 20th Mansion in May Designer Showhouse and  Gardens raised $1,650,000 to benefit the expansion of the Gagnon Institute of Bioskills Training and Innovation at Morristown Medical Center, which exceeded its…

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Arts & CultureCommunityTourism Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 - Equity in Arts Boosts Community Livability Study

Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 – Equity in Arts Boosts Community Livability Study

Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 – Equity in Arts Boosts Community Livability Study   The ArtPride New Jersey Foundation today announced that New Jersey’s culture industry generated $532.2 million in economic activity in 2022, according to the newly released Arts & Economic Prosperity 6 (AEP6), an economic and social impact study conducted by Americans for the Arts. That…

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CommunityMilitary Morris County Salutes Veterans Day 2023

Morris County Salutes Veterans Day 2023

28 Veterans Presented Distinguished Military Service Medals As the Morris County Distinguished Military Service Medal program has grown in popularity, the Board of County Commissioners hosted two Veterans Day Observance ceremonies on November 8 and November 9 this year to publicly honor 28 local veterans, who were accompanied by family and friends.  CHECK OUT THE PHOTO GALLERY State and federal…

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Military Information Needed from Veterans of the War in Afghanistan

Information Needed from Veterans of the War in Afghanistan

Information Needed from Veterans of the War in Afghanistan Participation Supports the Morris County Veterans Compendium Project   In preparation for the 25th anniversary of the beginning of the War in Afghanistan coming up on October 7, 2026, the Morris County Office of Planning & Preservation is seeking information for its Veterans Compendium project and…

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DiningTourismTravel Chef David Burke’s 9 New Jersey Restaurants Celebrate Thanksgiving, Thursday November 23rd

Chef David Burke’s 9 New Jersey Restaurants Celebrate Thanksgiving, Thursday November 23rd

Chef David Burke’s 9 New Jersey  Restaurants Celebrate Thanksgiving, Thursday November 23rd   Enjoy a world-class Thanksgiving Dinner at Chef David Burke’s 9 New Jersey restaurants. In addition to innovative menus, guests will enjoy iconic locations, unique and stunning concepts and superior service at each location. Offerings, serving hours and prices vary, please check your preferred site’s…

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Most Americans Expected To Maintain or Boost Holiday Shopping Budgets Compared to Last Year

Most Americans Expected To Maintain or Boost Holiday Shopping Budgets Compared to Last Year Households With Children, High-Income Earners, and Millennials Fuel More Spending for Some   Inflation can influence people’s spending during the upcoming winter holidays, especially with the inflation rate of 3.7% for the 12 months that ended in September. However, according to a…

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Economic Development Explore Dover, New Jersey: A Morris County Hub

Explore Dover, New Jersey: A Morris County Hub

Navigating Dover, New Jersey: A Pragmatic Hub in Morris County Welcome to Dover, New Jersey, a dynamic hub nestled in the northwestern part of Morris County. This vibrant municipality is a testament to the fusion of community spirit, economic resilience, and cultural richness. Join us as we unravel the unique features that make Dover a…

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Military Morris County’s Upcoming Veterans Day Ceremonies November 2023

Morris County’s Upcoming Veterans Day Ceremonies November 2023

Morris County’s Upcoming Veterans Day Ceremonies November 2023 28 Veterans to Receive Morris County Distinguished Military Service Medals   Morris County invites the public to attend two Veterans Day ceremonies next week to honor and celebrate 28 local veterans who will receive Morris County Distinguished Military Service Medals. The first ceremony will take place on Wednesday, Nov.…

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Celebrated Past: Morris County Cemeteries

Celebrated Past: Morris County Cemeteries A New Story Map Documents the County’s “Buried” Past   In honor of Día de Los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, falling on November 1 in 2023, the Morris County Office of Planning and Preservation has released an interactive ArcGIS StoryMap© of Morris County cemeteries. “This latest story map compliments earlier story maps produced…

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Economic DevelopmentTourism Morris County celebrates the restoration of the iconic Speedwell Wheelhouse

Morris County Celebrates the Restoration of the Iconic Speedwell Wheelhouse

Morris County Celebrates the Restoration of the Iconic Speedwell Wheelhouse   Morris County celebrates the restoration of the iconic Speedwell Wheelhouse with a plaque presented to the Morris County Park Commission. Funding from the Preserve New Jersey Historic Preservation Fund and Morris County Historic Preservation Trust Fund made the recent restoration possible. Since 2003, Morris…

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