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🌱 Could Torne Mountain Road become one-way or even be closed?
You won't want to miss Community Health Fair on the West Milford Patch calendar

Hey there, West Milford! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Could Torne Mountain Road become one-way or even be closed?
- Thinking of driving Clinton Road after dark? Read this first.
Also on today's calendar: Community Health Fair and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: A little morning rain; cloudy, with a high of 60 and low of 46 degrees.
- Wednesday: Increasing amounts of sun, temps: high: 62, low: 44.
- Thursday: Breezy in the morning, with a high of 62 and low of 44 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• West Milford council considers tree purchase, Torne Mountain Road changes (westmilfordmessenger.com subscription) — West Milford's Township Council is weighing whether to spend $14,000 in Open Space funds on a 30-foot tree and is also considering making Torne Mountain Road one-way or closing it entirely for safety. Residents raised concerns about accidents, while officials await engineering guidance, and the mayor spotlighted local volunteers, the Lions Club's 70th anniversary, and information on the Highlands Act.
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• This Gorgeous New Jersey Scenic Drive Goes Pitch Black After Dark, And Locals Steer Clear (takingthekids.com) — Clinton Road in West Milford offers a striking mix of daytime beauty and eerie, pitch-black nights, drawing both curious visitors and cautious locals. The piece walks you through its haunted legends, historic sites like Clinton Furnace and Cross Castle, and practical safety tips if you decide to explore this famously isolated stretch yourself.
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📸 Around West Milford
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🗓 Upcoming Events in West Milford
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★ Featured events ★
- Community Health Fair →
111 Washington St, Paterson
12:00 pm
Thursday September 24
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Other local events
- Not For Profit Tour and Conference →
Hands In 4 Youth, 256 Macopin Rd, West Milford
10:00 am - Macopin Bonfire Activity Night
West Milford Township School District, 46 Highlander Drive, West Milford
6:00 pm - Macopin Bonfire Activity Night Rain Date
West Milford Township School District, 46 Highlander Drive, West Milford
6:00 pm - Joshua's Jam →
Pinecliff Lake Community Club, Inc., 1577 Union Valley Road, West Milford - Outdoor Worship
West Milford Presbyterian Church, 1452 Union Valley Road, West Milford
9:00 am - Jamtoberfest 2026: A Full Day of Live Jam Bands, Food, and Community →
Swim & Sport Club, 272 Emmans Rd, Roxbury Township
1:00 pm - Friends of the Library Presents Vocalist Laura Hull Trio Celebrating Peggy Lee & Doris Day →
West Milford Township Library, 1470 Union Valley Rd, West Milford
2:00 pm - MalFunkTion at J&S Roadhouse →
J&S Roadhouse, 17 Wooley Rd, West Milford
3:00 pm - Cannabis Certified Starting October 5th! →
Raritan Valley Community College On ZOOM
6:00 pm
Thursday September 24
Friday September 25
Saturday September 26
Sunday September 27
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Monday October 5
📣 West Milford Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Tuesday Afternoon Movie
Butler Public Library, 1 Ace Road, Butler
2:00 pm - Stress-Busting Program for Family Caregivers of People with Dementia →
Vernon Senior Center, 21 Church Street, Vernon
3:30 pm - Tween Time Book Club →
Ringwood Public Library, 30 Cannici Drive, Ringwood
4:30 pm - Wanaque Extended Hours →
Wanaque NJ
4:30 pm
Tuesday September 22
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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🪧 Patch Classifieds
- Big Summer Blowout Sale
Attention Dog & Cat Owners!!!!!... (More info)
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Store Associate in Ramsey. Apply here.
- Arch Telecom posted a job opening for Wireless Retail Sales Associate RAMSEY | N Franklin Tpke Avg. All in $30 $1000 Sign on Bonus in Ramsey. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Milford here.
🗞 Nearby News
Vernon
- Morris/Sussex high school football schedule: Week 4 (northjersey.com)
Kinnelon
- Kinnelon School Board Candidates Advocate for Taxpayer Relief Through Collaboration with State Officials (tapinto.net)
- Things to Do in Montville, NJ: Tripod Rock, Towaco, Pine Brook, and Where to Eat (shopmorriscounty.com)
- Game Changers: Rachel Walsh, Excel Sports Management (sportsbusinessjournal.com)
Mahwah
- Nordstrom Rack Department Store To Open In Mall In Bergen County: See When (patch.com)
Ok West Milford! 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: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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