Who Is On The Ballot In Morristown: Election 2023

The polls open at 6 a.m. Tuesday. Check out our voter guide before you cast your ballot.

1-Year Extension Approved For Morristown's First Cannabis Dispensary

Green dreams will stay on hold, as the opening of Uma Flowers' newest cannabis dispensary in Morristown could take more than one year.

3 Takeaways From Morristown Council Candidate Debate

The candidates met last week and discussed a number of local issues, such as the hospital expansion, transparency and noise control.

Morris Co. Town Accused Of LGBTQ Marriage Discrimination

According to authorities, Hanover Township's application materials essentially confined marriage licenses to heterosexual couples.

$62M Courthouse Project Causes Frustration For Morristown Officials

Last week, the mayor expressed frustration with the upcoming construction of an eight-story Morris County courthouse on Schuyler Place.

Gender Discrimination Case Costs Morris Co. Company $200K: Feds

A Morris County company has agreed to pay more than $226,000 in back wages and interest to 48 female production department employees.

Council Accused Of Lack Of Transparency In Morristown Hospital Plan

Morristown has been accused of keeping citizens in the dark about the possibility of expanding Morristown Medical Center.

Debate Set For Morristown Council Candidates

Morristown has some pivotal elections coming up. Here's a way to learn more about the candidates.

Tax Revaluation Could Shift Property Tax Burden In Morristown

Residents in Morristown will soon receive letters informing them of the revaluation of their homes and property.

Power Outage Cleared At Morris County MVC Agency

The power outage was affecting the Randolph Licensing Center, officials said.

Ousted Professors Must Be Rehired At Morris Co. College, Ruling Says

The five non-tenured professors were unlawfully fired in April 2021 in retaliation for protected union activity, officials said.

Possible Expansion Of Morristown Medical Center Spurs Public Concern

Although no application has been submitted to the town, the hospital has been in talks to expand its facilities along Madison Avenue.

Mail-In Ballots For Morris County Voters Sent Out: What To Know

Mail-in ballots for the general election were distributed this week, and voters can return them at any time until Nov. 7 at 8 p.m.

Courthouse Expansion Moves Forward In Morristown With New Design

The new design was presented by AECOM, the architects contracted for the project.

Litter Piles Up In Morristown Park, Resident Complains To Council

One resident noted the increase in litter at Pocahontas Park as a nuisance for both the municipality and her property.

Future Of Morristown Skate Park Still Unknown

Members of the community gathered once more to encourage the council to consider their proposal for a skate park.

Council Shuts Down Morristown Taxi Company After Fatal Hit-And-Run

Enslin's LLC/G&S Car Service will no longer be authorized to operate in Morristown, according to the council.

Noisy HVAC System Draws Neighbors' Ire In Morristown

The noise is allegedly emanating from The Regency on Elm, according to residents who voiced their concerns at the August council meeting.

Tax Sale Scheduled In Morristown; Is Your Property On The List?

Property owners who are on the list and are behind on municipal charges or property tax payments have one month to catch up.

Residents Complain Of Rat Sightings In Morristown Neighborhoods

Two residents spoke out during the August town council meeting, detailing their encounters with rats near their homes and yards.

Height Limits Placed On Future Downtown Developments In Morristown

The changes limit new developments on Blachley Place and other parts of town to three stories in height.

Starbucks Workers Vote To Unionize At Morris County Shop

A Morris County Starbucks is the fifth unionized location for the coffee chain in all of New Jersey.

Housing Project Around Morristown Train Station Proposed

After first being approved in 2018, work on the Morristown Train Station Redevelopment plan has finally picked back up.

Tax Revaluation Results Almost Finalized In Morristown

Morristown tax assessor Kevin Esposito gave an update on the property tax revaluations, which first began last year.

Leaf Blower Ban Blocked By Morristown Council, Moves To Public Vote

Morristown's town council rejected a proposal to limit gas-powered leaf blowers, but the public will now have the final say in November.

Train Station Redevelopment Plan To Be Presented At Morristown Meeting

Phil Abramson, Morristown's Town Planner, will be presenting the redevelopment plan on Tuesday, Aug. 8, according to the posted agenda.

Noise Ordinance's Effectiveness Discussed By Morristown Council

The topic of noise as a public nuisance has come up recently, including a recent petition to limit gas leaf blowers.

Petition Banning Gas-Powered Leaf Blowers Makes Progress In Morristown

Council member Stefan Armington started the petition, which calls for a seasonal ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers in Morristown.

5 Historic Morristown Sites In Line To Receive Part Of $3.6M Grant

The selected sites include the 1853 Victorian mansion, Acorn Hall, and the Morristown Community Theater.

Morristown Residents Plea For New Park At Vacant Lumberyard

The town council has previously agreed to explore condemnation of the former lumberyard.

Apartments Pitched For Morristown Green Inch Closer To Development

Morristown would gain 53 new apartments at the corner of Washington and Bank Streets as a result of the proposed development.

Revisions To Affordable Housing Proposed In Morristown

The council introduced an ordinance that would require developers to include all their affordable units onsite.

Cap On Building Heights Discussed By Morristown Council

The measure is scheduled for Planning Board review on July 27 and a public hearing on Aug. 8.

Safer Roads Ahead In Morris Plains Thanks To AARP Grant

The grant will be used to install a crosswalk that will promote safety and accessibility to help make the borough more livable.

Morristown's Iron Bar Sues Zoning Board Over Rooftop Proposal

The popular South Street bar has filed a lawsuit, alleging that the Zoning Board wrongfully denied its application to build a rooftop bar.

Gas-Powered Leaf Blower Ban Proposed In Morristown

A petition launched by council member Stefan Armington calls on Morristown to take a stand and take action on gas-powered leaf blowers.

Morristown Rent Too Pricey For Many Workers, Report Says

According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition, many Americans earn less than what is required to even afford a one-bedroom rental.

Applications Open For Supportive Housing In Morristown

Max on Morris is a four-story Morristown building with 14 apartments for adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.

Morristown Mulls Over Town-Wide Public Art Options

The town is considering enacting a mural and public art ordinance to provide more clarity on the creation of public art within the town.

Morristown Unveils Winning Flag As Town's New Symbol

Morristown has chosen a new flag that honors the town's history as a result of the student-led initiative.