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Democrat Mikie Sherrill narrowly defeated Republican Jack Ciattarelli in Morris County, securing 50.06% of the vote. Strong turnout in key areas like Parsippany and Morristown bolstered her statewide victory in the gubernatorial race.
Mayor Jamie Barberio leads the Parsippany mayoral race with 9,542 votes, edging out Democratic challenger Pulkit Desai by 209 votes. Democrats Matt Kavanagh and Diya Patel won two council seats, defeating incumbent Frank Neglia and Jigar Shah.
H2M architects + engineers announced the hiring of Michelle Lutkowski as Senior HR Generalist and Matthew Casale as Staff Designer at its Parsippany office. Lutkowski brings extensive HR experience, while Casale contributes design skills from his previous role. The firm continues to expand its team to meet client needs.
Ana-Maria Ciofu, 26, of Brooklyn, New York, faces charges for second-degree vehicular homicide following a fatal crash in Chester Township on August 31. The incident resulted in the death of a Toyota RAV4 operator and injuries to a passenger in Ciofu's Lexus IS300. A pre-indictment conference is scheduled for December 15, 2025.
Parsippany High Boys Soccer team earned the No. 14 seed in the 2025 NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 2, Group 2 Tournament, while Parsippany Hills secured the No. 15 seed. The first-round matches are scheduled for November 4, with the tournament culminating in finals on November 14.
FRP Holdings acquired Altman Logistics Properties, enhancing its industrial presence on the East Coast and entering New Jersey. The deal includes over 1.28 million square feet in five developments across Florida and New Jersey. CEO John D. Baker III emphasized the importance of talent and execution in the competitive logistics market.
Morris County will host its Annual Veterans Day Ceremony on November 5, 2025, at 6:30 p.m., recognizing seven veterans with Distinguished Military Service Medals. The event will also honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Marine Corps and pay tribute to Civil War hero Cpl. Charles Fern Hopkins, Sr. Residents are encouraged to participate in Operation Green Light, displaying green lights from November 4 to 11 to honor veterans.
Morris County urges residents to participate in "Operation Green Light for Veterans Week" from November 4 to November 11 by displaying green lights in honor of veterans. The initiative, endorsed by the Morris County Board of County Commissioners, aims to raise awareness of available support for veterans transitioning to civilian life. County buildings will also be illuminated in green to show support for service members.
Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi hosted her annual “Get Out to Vote” event on November 2, featuring Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli. The event aimed to promote civic engagement and voter participation, emphasizing the importance of every citizen's responsibility in the democratic process. Grossi highlighted her office's commitment to ensuring accessible elections, stating, “Every vote matters, and every voice deserves to be heard.”
The Trump Administration will partially fund the SNAP food benefit program during the government shutdown, complying with a federal court order. In New Jersey, 826,094 recipients await clarity on benefit amounts and timing as food pantries report increased demand amid uncertainty.