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Coffee in hand, Long Valley? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Long Valley school board challenges fairness of computer-based state testing
  • How to protect your Long Valley home from property deed fraud.
  • Which Long Valley spots made North Jersey's must-do fall bucket list?

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: Partial sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Saturday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, temps: high: 70, low: 58.
  • Sunday: Periods of rain, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• State Testing On Computers Could Influence Results, Long Valley BOE Says (patch.com) — Long Valley's Washington Township Board of Education is urging New Jersey officials to rethink computer-based standardized testing, arguing that technology factors may skew student scores. The board passed a resolution asking the state school boards association to push for a review comparing digital and paper tests, emphasizing that assessments should reflect academic knowledge rather than typing skills or screen fatigue.
   

• Property Fraud Workshop Coming To Long Valley (patch.com) — Long Valley homeowners can sign up now for a free Oct. 15 workshop at the Washington Township Community Center on spotting and preventing property and deed fraud. Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi will explain common scam tactics and a free alert service, but you must register with Washington Township Recreation by Oct. 8 to reserve a spot.
   

• 15 activities you should add to your fall bucket list in North Jersey (njherald.com) — Long Valley gets two shout-outs in this North Jersey fall bucket list, highlighting hikes at Hacklebarney State Park and pumpkin picking at Ort Farms with hayrides, corn maze and seasonal treats. The guide also rounds up festivals, hikes, ghost tours, Oktoberfest celebrations and more within an easy drive, giving residents plenty of ideas for crisp-weather outings.
   

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  • Looking for someone to pull weeds from beds .
    20$ hr cash I am also looking for someone to carry light boxes , area rugs , 32" flat TVs from my basement to my driveway for charities to pick up … (Nextdoor Schooleys Mountain)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member in Washington. Apply here.
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🗞 Nearby News

Chester

  • What Morris County Families Are Learning About the Different Levels of Mental Health Care Near Madison (patch.com)
  • Why So Many People Who Need Alcohol Treatment Still Don't Get It, and What Livingston Families Should Know (tapinto.net)
  • New York's Grand Central station locked down as a cops swarm and 2 trains stopped (themirror.com)

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)

Mendham

  • Chester Mother Mysteriously Killed, Husband Widowed. 'No Update' 3 Months Later: Cops (patch.com)

Ok Long Valley! 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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