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Hi there, Hackettstown! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Hackettstown police used receipts and video to crack Wawa thefts
  • Netflix crime-comedy quietly puts Hackettstown on the filming map
  • How Newton shut out Hackettstown in a dominant 4–0 victory

Also on today's calendar: Barn & Rummage Sale and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What day of the year is trucker's day? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 81 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 59.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 68 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 2 charged in shoplifting investigation at Warren County Wawa (wrnjradio.com) — Hackettstown police charged two Washington residents after investigating multiple alleged shoplifting incidents at the Mountain Avenue Wawa, where larger fountain drinks and a food item were reportedly taken without full payment. The pair turned themselves in at Hackettstown Police Headquarters and were released pending a court appearance, following review of surveillance footage and transaction receipts.
   

• Small town, big production: Netflix's 'Big Mistakes' films in Metuchen (news12.com) — Hackettstown is among several New Jersey towns featured as filming locations for Netflix's crime-comedy series "Big Mistakes," which is currently shooting scenes around Metuchen. The production highlights how smaller communities like Hackettstown are increasingly drawing film crews, bringing both visibility and potential economic benefits to local neighborhoods and businesses.
   

• Newton Girls Soccer: Holds Hackettstown Scoreless on Harrison Hat Trick,  Defeats Kittatinny (tapinto.net) — Newton's girls soccer team recently blanked Hackettstown 4–0, with Hannah Harrison netting a hat trick and strong goalkeeping limiting Hackettstown's chances. Earlier in the week, Newton also topped Kittatinny 5–2, keeping their strong season going as they prepare to host Whippany Park next.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • First Energy Foundation provides grant to support drone training for police and educators —James M Paterson Read on Patch
  • Trapped this little one last night on Hope Rd in Great Meadows.
    Been seeing her on the property for about 2 weeks. I think someone dumped her because she doesn't seem completley feral. Really sweet. Just scared… (Nextdoor Hackettstown)
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🗞 Nearby News

Mount Olive

  • Mount Olive seeks food donations to 'Weigh Down the Wagon' for holiday season (wrnjradio.com)
  • Morris County surrogate speaks at Mount Olive 9/11 memorial ceremony (wrnjradio.com)
  • Monster Fall Fest Brings Monster Truck Rides to High View Farms in Mount Olive Starting September 26, 2026 (shopmorriscounty.com)

Long Valley

  • State Testing On Computers Could Influence Results, Long Valley BOE Says (patch.com)

Washington

  • Nutley's Cubita Launches Into Rescue Mode During Product Launch (tapinto.net)

Ok Hackettstown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: 10-4, good buddy! (Thank you Jean H. for sending it in!)
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