🌱 Patch AM: See where Randolph schools landed in New Jersey’s new 2027 rankings

Hi Randolph! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• See where Randolph schools landed in New Jersey's new 2027 rankings
• How a TV hidden-camera stunt spotlighted emotions at Randolph Diner

Also on today's calendar: Exit Strategies for Business Owners and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Sunday: Tropical Rainstorm Isaias, with a high of 58 and low of 53 degrees.
• Monday: Warmer; a shower in the a.m., temps: high: 72, low: 52.
• Tuesday: A p.m. shower in places, with a high of 72 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The 50 Best School Districts in New Jersey for 2027, According to Niche (njfamily.com) — Randolph Township School District has been ranked 36th among New Jersey's top 50 public school districts in Niche's 2027 list, giving local families another data point when weighing school options. The rankings weigh academics, teacher quality, diversity, and parent reviews, but the story stresses that culture, fit, and individual student needs matter just as much as any statewide score.
   

• A Father's Plea For His Unborn Child (christianitytoday.com) — A recent episode of the TV show "What Would You Do?" was filmed at the Randolph Diner in Randolph, capturing bystanders' reactions to a staged argument about abortion between a young couple. The segment then pivots into a strongly pro-life, church-centered message urging viewers to promote biblical teachings and support crisis pregnancies.
   

📸 Around Randolph

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Randolph

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★ Featured events ★

Wednesday November 4
• Exit Strategies for Business Owners →
  il Tulipano, 1131 Pompton Ave, Cedar Grove
  6:00 pm

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Other local events

Sunday October 11
• Bighearted 5K →
  66 Ford Rd., 66 Ford Rd, Denville
  9:00 am
Monday October 12
• Luncheon At " Pub 199" →
  30 Calais Road, Randolph
  12:00 pm
Tuesday October 13
• Games →
  Randolph Township Community Center, 30 Calais Road, Randolph
  9:30 am
• Strength Training →
  Randolph NJ
  10:45 am
• Parks Advisory Committee →
  Randolph Township Community Center, 30 Calais Road, Randolph
  7:00 pm
Saturday October 17
• Room to Swing an Ax →
  Citizens Bank Theater, 72 Eyland Ave, Roxbury Township
  7:30 pm
Sunday October 18
• Hocus Pocus & Purrs Yoga →
  The Good Life Fitness Studio, 1152 NJ-10, Randolph
  12:00 pm
• Hocus Pocus & Purrs Yoga →
  The Good Life Fitness Studio, 1152 NJ-10, Randolph
  2:00 pm
Wednesday October 21
• A Year of Blooming Bulbs →
  30 E Hanover Ave, Morris Twp
  1:30 pm
Saturday October 24
• Cider Pressing at Ralston Cider Mill Museum →
  336 Mendham Rd W, Mendham Township
  1:00 pm
Sunday October 25
• 🎀 Pink Power: Pilates & Recovery →
  The Good Life Fitness Studio, 1152 NJ-10, Randolph
  12:00 pm

📣 Randolph Shout Outs!

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Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Randolph PatchAM possible:

• PSE&G — (800) 436-7734
• The Pool Boss — (973) 823-7007
• Ridgedale Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors — (973) 534-8014
• Wellness Hills Mental Health Treatment New Jersey — (973) 532-5139
• The Good Life Fitness Studio — (862) 217-6025
• Rolling Hills Recovery Center — (973) 606-9170
• Heart & Mind Coaching & Consulting — (201) 540-9887
• Ampco Electrical Contractors, LLC — 9737050700

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member in Wharton. Apply here.
• Dick's Sporting Goods posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Sales Associate in Rockaway. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Randolph here.

🗞 Nearby News

Dover

• Things to Do in Wharton, NJ: The Morris Canal Lock, Irondale Mountain Trails, and Where to Eat (shopmorriscounty.com)
• Daily Clips 10/8/2026 (njsba.org)
• Senior shines on offense and defense as Jefferson beats Morris Catholic to notch 1st win (nj.com)

Roxbury

• Alvarado Runs Wild as Roxbury Football Rolls Past Warren Hills (TAPinto.net)
• A family dog was trapped in a fire. Roxbury, NJ cops stepped in (nj1015.com)

Hopatcong

• Factory Worker Dies After Becoming Trapped In Machinery: Police (patch.com)

Ok Randolph! 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: "What do you call somebody who crosses the ocean twice and doesn't take a bath?" — A dirty double crosser ! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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