Comprehensive 'Wellness' Forum Set for Wednesday Night at West Morris Central

Municipal Alliance gathers teachers, cops, experts to discuss challenges of parenting adolescents.

Students 'Rock' Food Pantry With More Than 1,250 Donated Items

Cucinella school steps up to the challenge and fills Long Valley Food Pantry's shelves.

Students Spring Into Action, Help Food Pantry With Fresh Baked Bread

Five-dozen loaves of bread donated to Long Valley Interfaith Food Pantry.

Long Valley Teen Honored for Volunteer Efforts With Homeless Solutions

Abby Bauer is 2015 recipient of Mary Van Kirk Volunteer Spirit Award.

Long Valley Teen's Volunteerism Recognized With President's Service Award

Rebekah Katz volunteers as a cheerleading coach and Hebrew language mentor.

March Mess: Share Your Snow Photos With Patch!

Late winter storm blankets Morris County Thursday.

Girls Scouts Bring Love to Elderly Women in Need for Valentine's Day

Troop arranges flowers for Morristown residents.

Long Valley Patch's Person Of The Year Brings Community Together

Diane Muenzen, the primary caregiver of the community garden, was voted by her neighbors as the 2014 honoree.

Interfaith Food Pantry Director Named 'Hero' by NJ's First Lady

Rosemary Gilmartin becomes Mary Pat Christie's 31st New Jersey Hero.

'Toys for Tots' Drive Open to Residents at Twp. Police Headquarters

New, unwrapped gifts welcomed over next month.

'God Squad' Rallies Teens to Make Difference in Long Valley

Youth ministry starts season with crafts, food for local pantry.

Long Valley Teen Launches Foundation to Fund Rec Sports for Underprivileged Kids

Abby Bauer, 16, spearheading Teams for Kids Foundation, Inc.

Long Valley Boy Spends Day as New York Yankees Slugger's 'All-Star'

Jack Gumersell had lunch with Mark Teixeira and private tours of Yankees Stadium.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Long Valley Doctor Honored With Distinguished Service Award for Cancer Research

Robert DiPaola has spearheaded tremendous efforts in field of cancer research and oncology.

Mail Carrier Dubbed ‘Real Long Valley Hero’ After Saving Elderly Resident

Ceremony honors quick-thinking mailman for January incident.

Long Valley Mail Carrier Honored for Saving 'Incapacitated' Elderly Man

Eric Fichter came to the aid of an 88-year-old man who fell in the roadway in January.

Long Valley Native Commissioned as Army Lt. Upon College Graduation

Morganne Hedden currently located in Fort Knox, Kentucky.

Red, White, and Bloom: Garden Club Supports Military Families With Patriotic Plants

The Long Valley Garden Club created floral arrangement to show their support of the troops and their families.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Watch Pit Bull Go Crazy Reuniting With War Vet Owner

Chico had not seen his owner, a Marine serving in Afghanistan, in nearly a year.

Central Grads Make the Grade at Collegiate Level

Long Valley natives obtain honors at colleges across the country.

Washington Twp. Ranked Among Safest Towns in New Jersey

Security company uses FBI data, investigative work to rank top-50 towns.

Long Valley Student Grabs Dean's List at Messiah College

Emily Frisch is majoring in health and exercise science.

Off-Road Wheelchair Idea Keeps Paralyzed West Morris Central Grad Rolling

Dylan Krapf, paralyzed from 30-foot fall, hopes to bring vision to aid disabled veterans to reality.

Surprise Home Birth Rings in New Year for Long Valley Family

Eight-year Long Valley residents welcome Morris County's second baby of 2014 in their master bathroom.

Moderating Temps and Sunshine to Give Area a Winter Break

The northern New Jersey area is in for sun and increasingly warmer temperatures through Saturday, according to Hackettstown's WeatherWorks.

Boy Scout Troop 236 Climbs to New Heights

Group spends full weekend enhancing rock climbing skills in Pennsylvania.

New 'Hobbit' Film Premieres at Area BowTie Cinemas Thursday

When we last left Bilbo Baggins and the dwarves, they were just about to encounter the fearsome dragon Smaug. What happens next will be revealed in special midnight shows.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Musical Prowess Earns Central Student County Award—Again

High school senior Louisa Oualim honored by Mayo Performing Arts Center for second time in 2013.

Who Is Long Valley's Person of the Year in 2013?

Patch is bestowing its second annual honor, but we need you to decide who it is.

Vets, Students Work 'Hand in Hand' to Create American Flag

Paint and prints leads to generation-bonding piece of art at Old Farmers Road School.

Community Volunteers Sworn in as Advocates for Abused and Neglected Children

CASA volunteer advocates participate in 36 hours of extensive training before officially being sworn in to and earning an assignment to protect a child in the foster care system.