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Increased tax rate, district-wide changes in approved budget for School District of the Chathams

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Increased tax rate, district-wide changes in approved budget for School District of the Chathams

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THE CHATHAMS – Residents can expect a number of changes, including a higher tax rate and various school renovations for the 2025-26 school year. Read MoreIncreased tax rate, district-wide changes in approved budget for School District of the Chathams

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Chatham teen Patrick Ryan advocates for disability inclusion through outreach

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Chatham teen Patrick Ryan advocates for disability inclusion through outreach

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CHATHAM - Patrick Ryan has seen considerable progress being made as he fights for those with disabilities. Read MoreChatham teen Patrick Ryan advocates for disability inclusion through outreach

Inaugural Bailey's Warriors Fun Run cancer fundraiser takes to Cougar Field May 18

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Inaugural Bailey's Warriors Fun Run cancer fundraiser takes to Cougar Field May 18

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CHATHAM – The inaugural Bailey’s Warriors Fun Run will hit the asphalt to raise money for pediatric cancer research at 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 18 at Cougar Field. Read MoreInaugural Bailey's Warriors Fun Run cancer fundraiser takes to Cougar Field May 18

Chatham Community Players closes season with retro comedy 'Home, I’m Darling'

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Chatham Community Players closes season with retro comedy 'Home, I’m Darling'

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CHATHAM - Chatham Community Players will close out its 103rd season with "Home, I’m Darling," a sharp and heartfelt comedy by Laura Wade, to be shown five times through Saturday, May 17 at the theater, 23 N. Passaic Ave. Read MoreChatham Community Players closes season with retro comedy 'Home, I’m Darling'

Chatham girls reach semifinals in county lacrosse tournament

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Chatham girls reach semifinals in county lacrosse tournament

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CHATHAM – Ashlyn Carpenter scored four times while Peyton Furst and Annie Irish each had two goals and two assists when Chatham High School’s girls lacrosse team defeated Mount Olive, 17-4, in the quarterfinals of the Morris County Tournament on Friday, May 2, in Chatham. Read MoreChatham girls reach semifinals in county lacrosse tournament

"Stamp Out Hunger" mail food drive to take place May 10

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"Stamp Out Hunger" mail food drive to take place May 10

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The nation-wide “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive will take place on Saturday, May 10. Read More"Stamp Out Hunger" mail food drive to take place May 10

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Chatham teen Patrick Ryan advocates for disability inclusion through outreach

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CHATHAM - Patrick Ryan has seen considerable progress being made as he fights for those with disabilities. Read MoreChatham teen Patrick Ryan advocates for disability inclusion through outreach

Increased tax rate, district-wide changes in approved budget for School District of the Chathams

Updated 29 mins ago

Inaugural Bailey's Warriors Fun Run cancer fundraiser takes to Cougar Field May 18

Updated 29 mins ago

Chatham Community Players closes season with retro comedy 'Home, I’m Darling'

2 hrs ago

CHATHAM - Chatham Community Players will close out its 103rd season with "Home, I’m Darling," a sharp and heartfelt comedy by Laura Wade, to be shown five times through Saturday, May 17 at th… Read MoreChatham Community Players closes season with retro comedy 'Home, I’m Darling'

"Stamp Out Hunger" mail food drive to take place May 10

Updated 24 mins ago

The nation-wide “Stamp Out Hunger” food drive will take place on Saturday, May 10. Read More"Stamp Out Hunger" mail food drive to take place May 10

CASA volunteers sworn in to advocate for foster children

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Eleven new Court Appointed Special Advocates were sworn in Friday, April 25, by Judge Michael Wright at the Morris County Courthouse, committing to represent children in the foster care system. Read MoreCASA volunteers sworn in to advocate for foster children

Murphy budget plan threatens cancer screening

Updated 24 mins ago

This article is part of the NJ Spotlight News “Under the Dome” series that takes a deep dive into state government and how its actions and policies affect the people who live and work in New Jersey. Read MoreMurphy budget plan threatens cancer screening

New Jersey Hills Media Group provides election coverage policy update as primary approaches

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With the June 10 primary election just a bit more than one month away, New Jersey Hills Media Group is reminding its readers, candidates, and their campaign officials of its latest election co… Read MoreNew Jersey Hills Media Group provides election coverage policy update as primary approaches

Tree nursery plants saplings for community reforestation

Updated 23 mins ago

More than 200 oak, maple and dogwood saplings are taking root in the county’s tree nursery in Parsippany-Troy Hills, part of a strategic initiative to support community forestry along county r… Read MoreTree nursery plants saplings for community reforestation

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Chatham girls reach semifinals in county lacrosse tournament

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CHATHAM – Ashlyn Carpenter scored four times while Peyton Furst and Annie Irish each had two goals and two assists when Chatham High School’s girls lacrosse team defeated Mount Olive, 17-4, in… Read MoreChatham girls reach semifinals in county lacrosse tournament

One-hitter paces Chatham High baseball team

Updated Apr 22, 2025

CHATHAM – Three Chatham High School pitchers combined on a one-hitter as the Cougars defeated Warren Hills, 4-1 on Saturday, April 19, at Warren Hills. Read MoreOne-hitter paces Chatham High baseball team

Chatham lacrosse teams continue impressive showing

Updated Apr 15, 2025

CHATHAM – Chatham High School’s girls lacrosse team remained unbeaten Saturday, April 12, when the Cougars defeated Sacred Heart of Connecticut, 10-5, in Chatham. Read MoreChatham lacrosse teams continue impressive showing

Chatham High lacrosse teams show their power in unbeaten start

Updated Apr 8, 2025

CHATHAM – Lacrosse teams at Chatham High School continued to excel after the first two weeks of the season. Read MoreChatham High lacrosse teams show their power in unbeaten start

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In consideration of public service

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Editor's note: This opinion column is in honor of Public Service Recognition Week, which is May 5 through May 9, 2025. Read MoreIn consideration of public service

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Drew Forest and Macquarie Island, don’t let history repeat

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May 1, 2025

Macquarie Island is a small island, hidden in the vast seas between New Zealand and Antarctica. In the bygone days of sail, the island was prized as an ideal site for seal hunting. Now it is known for the financial disaster it inadvertently became. Read MoreDrew Forest and Macquarie Island, don’t let history repeat

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End the sub-minimum wage for tipped work

Updated Apr 28, 2025

All workers in New Jersey should be able to live, raise a family, and afford the essentials. This is the idea behind a minimum wage – to ensure that all workers, even if businesses would rather pay them less, can meet a minimum standard of living. Read MoreEnd the sub-minimum wage for tipped work

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Public service journalism and the common good

Updated May 4, 2025

John Thornton was a blue-sky guy. Read MorePublic service journalism and the common good

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Don't fix what's not broken: Preserve New Jersey's tip wage

Updated Apr 28, 2025

You’re sitting at your favorite local restaurant. Maybe it’s a cozy booth where the server knows your regular order, or maybe you're perched at the bar chatting with a bartender who remembers your favorite drink. The food is great, the atmosphere is warm, and the service is seamless. Read MoreDon't fix what's not broken: Preserve New Jersey's tip wage

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The Whippany Railway Museum will celebrate its 60th anniversary by offering discounted rides on its historic preservation trains. Read MoreWhippany Railway Museum will operate 60th anniversary train rides on May 18

Conservation group sponsors songbird walks through May

Updated May 3, 2025

The public is invited to learn how to identify songbirds by sight and sound, as they return to New Jersey from their annual migration, during a series of free morning bird walks in May, sponsored by New Jersey Conservation Foundation (NJCF). Read MoreConservation group sponsors songbird walks through May

Bernards Township Library presents programs on opera, art

Updated May 3, 2025

The Bernards Township Library will host a number of entertaining and education programs during May at 32 South Maple Ave. in the Basking Ridge section of Bernards Township. Read MoreBernards Township Library presents programs on opera, art

CAST sets auditions for Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Updated May 1, 2025

CLINTON TWP. - Clinton Area Stage Troupe (CAST) is holding open video auditions for its summer musical, "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat." Read MoreCAST sets auditions for Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat