Mendham Records Clear In NJ AG's Police Discipline Report

The NJ Attorney General's report on police discipline said no Mendham Township or Borough officers required major discipline in 2021.

Man Airlifted From Chester After Fall From Ladder, Head Injury

The 29-year-old took a tumble while working on Main Street, officials said.

Morris County Man Charged With Distributing Child Porn

A Morris County man faces federal charges of distribution of child pornography in a file-sharing network, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.

Downed Trees, Wires Close 2 Roads In Chester: Police

A portion of both Brook Drive and Benjamin Road are closed Friday because of downed wires, Chester Police Department said.

Applications For Police Officer Being Accepted In Chester

The Chester Police Department is hiring one officer, with applications being accepted by March 24, the police department said.

Vandals Broke Sign At Historic Park In Mendham: Police

Mendham Township Police Department is asking that anyone with any information, to contact the detective bureau.

Homeowner Averted Car Theft In Mendham: Police

The person who attempted to break into a resident’s car showed up in a stolen car, said Mendham Borough’s police chief.

Head-On School Bus Crash Partially Shut Route 206: Chester Police

There were no students on the bus, which collided with a car, said Police Chief Thomas Williver.

Child Sexual Assault At Motel, Morris County Man Charged: Police

Jose Rivera-Lobos of Dover was charged with sexual assault and endangering the welfare of children, police said.

School Bus Stop Filming Incident Investigated in Mendham: Police

A driver may have filmed a student waiting at their school bus stop on Friday morning, Mendham Township Police said.

Missing Mother, 2 Children From Morris Co. Found Safe: Prosecutor

Mother Cheng Hsaio and her two sons were found and do not plan to return to their home. They are "being assisted by state authorities."

Route 206 Crash Caused By ‘Driver Inattention’: Chester Police

Find out more about the crash that closed the road for almost nine hours on Saturday.

2 Children, Mother Missing From Morris County: Prosecutor

See more information about the Montville Township mother and her two children who have been missing since Sunday.

Motorcyclist Rescued From Icy Morris County Lake: Police (Photos)

Netcong and Stanhope first responders helped a motorcyclist and two other people on Sunday who fell through the ice into Lake Musconetcong.

24 Park Police Take Historic Oath As Morris Co. Sheriff Officers

The Morris County Sheriff’s Office officially absorbed the county’s park police force on Jan. 1.

Increased Police Presence In Chester Over TikTok Threat Challenge

Though there were "no known threats" on Friday, Chester Police was in touch with the school district, taking the threats "very seriously."

Increased Police Presence In Mendham Over TikTok Threat Challenge

Mendham Borough and Township Police Departments upped the number of police at all schools on Friday though there was "no credible threat."

Morris County Cab Driver Beaten, Robbed By Passenger, Family Says

The unidentified driver was “brutally attacked” authorities say, by an unknown man this past Monday night.

Mendham Police Uniforms Now Include Body Worn Cameras

The police department says the change stems from a directive on body worn cameras from former New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal.

Jolted Squirrel Takes Down Chester Main Street Power Line

A squirrel touched an electrical line on Sunday, resulting in power outages and traffic diverted away from the downed wire.

Mendham FD Gets Grant From Actor Denis Leary's Foundation

Mendham’s Fire Department was awarded a $25,000 grant by The Leary Firefighters Foundation, which partnered with Google Nest.

Car Stolen In Mendham While Owner Warmed It Up: Police

A car was taken in the township on Saturday as a person left it running in their driveway, police cautioning residents to lock their cars.

Chester Police Handle More Than 3,100 Calls In September

Chester Police reported that they responded to over 3,100 calls, including 65 with the first aid squad. Here are details about a few.

Parks Police For Chester, Mendham To Become Sheriffs Officers

Under a new resolution from the Morris County Commissioners, the county’s Park Police will merge with the Sheriff’s Office on Jan. 1.

Chester Police Uniforms Now Include Body Worn Cameras

The police department says the change stems from a directive on body worn cameras from former New Jersey Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal.

NJ Pain Doc Sexually Abused Patients He Got Addicted: Feds

First he got them dependent on highly addictive opioids, then he sexually abused them, authorities said, calling the case "outrageous."

Where To Drop Off Unused Prescription Drugs In Mendham, Chester

The Chester Police Department has a drop box in the lobby for Oct. 23's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and year-round.

Mendham Police Charge Driver Who Flipped RV

The accident with the motor home, which was also towing a car, shut down a Mendham road for four hours.

Mendham Twp. Named One of U.S. Safest Small Towns In 2021

SafeWise places Mendham Township among the nation's safest small towns.

Mendham Police Warn Against Taking Lawn Signs

“Stealing a lawn sign from private property is against the law,” Mendham Township Police stated.

Chester Police Handle More Than 3,200 Calls In August

The Chester Police reported that they responded to over 3,200 calls, including 67 with the first aid squad. Here are details about a few.

Increase In Car Thefts And Break-Ins In 2021: Chester Police

Between June 1 and Sept. 1, 2021, there have been six car thefts and 21 break-ins in Chester, with 19 car burglaries on July 24.

Animal Cruelty Charges In Chester For Man Who Left 2 Dogs In Car

This is the second incident in Chester since July, where a dog was left in their owner’s car as temperatures soared.

Specialized School Officer Training For Chester, Mendham Police

In the two-day training, school resource officers were trained in patient care simulations and medical skill stations.

Several Agencies Investigate Chester House Fire

A responding police officer happened to discover the blaze as he was driving through the neighborhood on Monday night.

Chester, Mendham Police Departments Remind Residents To Lock Cars

Police cautioned residents to take keys or fobs and valuables with them, after a number of car theft attempts were made on Monday.

Chester Police Handle More Than 2,700 Calls In July

The Chester Police reported that they responded to over 2,700 calls, including 62 with the first aid squad. Here are details about a few.

Animal Cruelty Charges In Chester For Woman Who Left Dog In Car

Chester Police say the dog’s owner, who was shopping in Chester, returned to her car about an hour after they arrived.

Solicitor Without Permit Issued Second Chester Court Summons

The man claimed to work for an illegitimate construction company and was unlawfully soliciting in Chester for the second consecutive summer.

Longtime Mendham Borough Police Officer Promoted To Sergeant

Lee Barnes, who has worked with Mendham Borough’s Police Department since January 2006, was promoted to Sergeant on July 26.