Around Morristown: Morris Schools Superintendent Stepping Down

MORRISTOWN, NJ — Patch reviews this past week's top stories around Greater Morristown.

Morris Schools Superintendent Mackey Pendergrast Stepping Down

Mackey Pendergrast served the role for more than six years and will leave the district in November.

Morris Plains Man Hospitalized In PA Crash That Killed 3

Three New Jersey residents died, but police have not publicly identified them.

Verrilli's Feeds Hungry Kids In Morristown Throughout Pandemic

It all started when Kristi Dimogerodakis saw her first pandemic food-distribution line. Now, they're helping families every week.

SUV Hits Morristown Pedestrian With Infant, Injuring Mother: Cops

The infant was unharmed but went with her mother to the hospital as a precaution.

Saint Elizabeth U. Welcomes First Woman To Baseball Team

Alexia Jorge will become one of the first women to play college baseball. But for her, this all feels normal.

Documentary Highlights Morristown Businesses' Pandemic Struggles

'Closed Until Further Notice' examines local business owners' challenges. The documentary will premier Sept. 28.

Vaccine Proof At Restaurants? Morristown Has Mixed Opinions

If a restaurant started asking patrons for vaccine proof, would you be more or less likely to dine there? We asked our readers.

Morristown PD Reported No Major Infractions In 2nd Half Of 2020

3 Morris Co. police departments reported officer misconduct, but none from Morristown were subject to 'major' discipline in the timeframe.

Many Await Unemployment Benefits In Morris County District: Bucco

State Sen. Anthony Bucco wants to meet with the Department of Labor, which says it's working to verify each NJ claimant.

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