40-Acre Brush Fire Sweeps Across Picatinny Arsenal: Report

The blaze was reportedly fought for several hours.

Man Mysteriously Dies During Traffic Stop In Morris County, Officials Say

The 49-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.

Investigation Underway In Jefferson, Prosecutors Say

A car accident took place in the area, but officials haven't specified if that's what is being investigated.

ICE Agent Arrested For DUI After Chaotic Bar Fight, Morris County Police Say

The off-duty agent falsely identified himself as a police officer during the interaction, according to authorities.

EMT, 24, Dies In Motorcycle Crash In Morris County

The motorcyclist was in the hospital for days before succumbing to his injuries.

Jefferson Officer Receives Valor Award for Armed Domestic Incident Response

Grace Beebe was honored for protecting a domestic violence victim and disarming a dangerous suspect in Seaside Heights in November 2024.

NJ Man Dies After Being Pinned Beneath His Own Car, Cops Say

Neighbors helped police push the car off the 32-year-old man.

Woman, 21, Dies After Being Pinned Under UTV Following Morris Co. Crash

The college student, an organ donor, saved four lives when she passed, according to her obituary.

Prostitution Ring Across North Jersey Busted Up, AG Says

Seven people face charges in connection with a brothel operation in New Jersey massage parlors.

Flames Damage Historic Morris Co. Mansion Built By Circus Pioneer

The historic structure was built more than 100 years ago.

Guns, Drugs, Cash Seized After NJ Dealer Tries To Take Cop’s Rifle: PO

Police said that John B. Scavone had been dealing cocaine in Morris County since July.

Big Payout For Morris Co. Cop Following Retaliation Suit

The police officer says he was passed over on several promotion opportunities due to his activity in the police union.

Man ‘Ejected’ From Motorcycle Dies Following Morris Co. Crash

The man was airlifted to Morristown Medical Center following the crash.

Morris County Hit-And-Run Suspect Apprehended, Police Thank Locals For Assistance

Police credited local businesses and residents for the investigation's success.

Rt. 15 Crash In Jefferson Closes Lanes Saturday: DOT

A motor vehicle crash on Route 15 in Jefferson has prompted traffic delays in the area Saturday, authorities said.

Rt. 15 Icy Conditions Close Lane In Jefferson Monday Morning: DOT

Icy roadways on Route 15 in Jefferson have prompted commuting delays in the area Monday morning, authorities said.

Icy Rt. 15 Conditions Close Lane Friday Morning: DOT

Wintry conditions on Route 15 have prompted commuting delays in the area Friday morning, authorities said.

Icy Conditions Close Jefferson Township Road Tuesday Morning: DOT

Icy driving conditions have prompted commuting delays in the area Tuesday morning, authorities said. Here's the latest.

Cop Injured When Suspected Drunk Driver Hits His Cruiser: Jefferson PD

Officers arrested a Mount Olive man on driving under the influence and assault by automobile charges after he hit a cruiser, police said.

Jefferson Night Out To Take Place Aug. 3

The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m.​ at the Jefferson Township Municipal Complex.

1 Kilo Of Fentanyl Seized By Morris Co. Task Force

A Paterson resident was charged after a Narcotics Task Force and Wharton Police operation last Tuesday, authorities said.

Authorities Warn Western Morris Co. Of Car Thefts

According to the Prosecutor's Office, a high number of cars have been stolen lately from golf clubs and business parking lots.

Jefferson Gets $6K Grant To Crack Down On Holiday Drunk Driving

The money was given as part of the "Drive Sober of Get Pulled Over" campaign that runs through Jan. 1.

FBI 2019 Crime Report: See Trends In Jefferson

Jefferson saw a decrease in violations, the report said.

Prison Time For Pair Involved In Morris Co. Car Chase: Prosecutor

Wanya McHenry, Alakir Wardlaw were sentenced for their part in a June 2019 incident.

Toddler Dies After Fisherman Pulls Him From Lake Hopatcong: Cops

The three-year-old's death is not considered suspicious, authorities said.

Morris County Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide

Matthew Pulis caused a fatal accident on April 25, authorities said.

Morris County Officer Saves Life With Narcan: Police

Officer Christopher Smolt assisted a man who had overdosed on heroin, police said.

Drunk Driver Cracks Up Car: Jefferson Police

Nikolus Dudukovich was charged with driving under the influence, authorities said.

Jefferson Township Makes List Of Safest NJ Towns For 2020

Alarms.org looked at violent crime rate as part of its 2020 rankings.

Morris County Man Killed In Fatal Highway Crash Outside Car Wash

A fatal crash happened outside of a car wash on a New Jersey highway, prosecutors said.

Teen Jailed For Handgun Possession In Morris County

Michael Marano also had drugs on him when arrested, police said.

Alleged Drunk Driver Charged With Punching Cop: Jefferson PD

You can read about recent arrests made by the Jefferson Township police department in the blotter here.

Man Killed In Halloween Crash In Jefferson: Police

The 70-year-old man was killed when his dump truck overturned, police said.

Get Rid Of Your Unwanted Medications In Jefferson This Weekend

It's National Drug Take Back Day, and for the first time, locations will be collecting vapes in addition to drugs.

Jefferson Home Shot At, No One Hurt: Police

Police say no one was injured when a Jefferson home sustained gunshot damage.

Police Investigation Closes Seneca Trail: Jefferson PD

There is no immediate danger, police said.

FBI Crime Stats: Where Jefferson Stands

New FBI data shows the amount of crime decreased nationwide from 2017 to 2018. See if it was the same trend in Jefferson.

Stolen Cars, Drunk Driving, Warrants: Jefferson Police Blotter

Jefferson police made a number of arrests this September. Read about them here.

Jefferson Man Killed In Demolition Accident: Coroner

Officials say the 38-year-old was crushed to death at a Pennsylvania worksite.