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Fire Destroys Landmark, Burglary Plea Tops News

The month of March was a busy one in Mendham and Chester. Check out the entire month's happenings in our review.

Fire Melts Iconic Chester Ice Cream Shop

Two residents were hospitalized for smoke inhalation after a fire broke out above Taylor's Ice Cream Parlor in Chester Borough.

Mendham Monument To Sex Abuse Victims Defaced Again

For the second time in as many years a memorial at St. Joseph's Church in Mendham Borough that was dedicated to the victims of child sexual abuse was defaced, Mendham Borough Police said.

Mendham Mayors React to Christie’s Criticism

Mayors Rick Merkt and Neil Henry say the Mendhams share multiple services and for it to go further, the state would need to provide support.

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Mendham Township Police arrested two juveniles and an adult after they ran away from the rehabilitation center.

Ads On The Bus Go 'Round And 'Round in Mendham

The Mendham Township board of education voted to allow businesses to advertise on school buses.

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Debate Over Turkey Farm Rages On In Chester

Residents speak out as the property owner asks that his investment be considered.

Fundraisers Continue For Family in Fatal Flanders Fire

A Wells Fargo bank account and firefighter and EMS event on March 9 aim to help the survivors of a devastating house fire in Mt. Olive.

Mendham Middle School Ballers Repeat Champions

The Mendham Township Middle School girls and boys basketball teams both won the Morris County Middle School Championship title for the second consecutive season.

Mendham Students May Get Option to Attend Central

Board will vote on giving Chester, Mendham residents ability to go to West Morris Central as enrollment packs Mendham High School's classes.

Mendham Borough Mayor Neil Henry says investigation into the defacing of the monument dedicated to child sex abuse victims is 'dead in the water.'

'Back To Nature' Brings Health Food Back to Chester

New shop features a multitude of organic products and an organic juice bar.

No Criminal Charges Filed in Fatal 206 Accident

Flanders man charged with motor vehicle violations in accident that resulted in the death of a Hackettstown woman's unborn baby.

Two reps from JCP&L said more managers, better communication and a new Morristown office will provide better service going forward.

300 Prom Dresses Collected For Sandy-Devastated Teens

Mendham Township resident collected dresses, jewelry and more to deliver to Jersey Shore teens who lost it all during Hurricane Sandy.

Tell Us: What Should Happen to Larison's?

The debate over the former Turkey Farm continues next week in Chester Borough, we want to hear what you would do.

Mendham CERT Team Certified

The Mendhams' inaugural CERT team of volunteers are now prepared to assist in the next disaster.

Hopatcong Man Pleads Guilty to Mendham Burglaries

Anthony Troyano Jr. to serve five years in prison.

Chester Tests New School Lockdown Measures

Dickerson School has first test of new incident communication system with Share With 911.

Mendham Township Police charge a pair of Chester residents after a traffic stop.

Chester Borough Mayor Bob Davis says a pharmacy or a bank or affordable housing are 'probably necessities for the site.'

Chester Massage Ordinance A Touchy Subject

Chester Borough regulation amended to comply with the state.

Mendham Boro Banners Nearly Ready to Fly

Poles installed, final tweaking underway.

Mendham Boro Balks at Brookside Beach Fee

Mendham Borough officials refuse to pay Mendham Township $2100 to use beach for the summer day camp.

Tax Hike in 4 of 5 Regional School Towns OK'd

Resident impact for Central and Mendham High School spending plans go up full 2 percent.

Chester Middle School Earns Global Contest Berth

'Six Guys' representing the Black River Middle School take Destination Imagination by storm.

Should Towns Be Funding Regional School Study?

Folks have been asking for your money to fund a study on the feasibility of breaking up the regional high school district. Should your officials give it to them?

Central Now Accepting Mendham High Students

Regional school board approves option for Mendham, Chester students to attend West Morris Central due to high enrollment.

Morristown Medical Center Ranked No. 3 in NJ

US News and World Report polled doctors across the nation.

No Tax Levy Increase For Mendham Twp Schools

$28 average bump per average household based on loss of ratables.

Chester school board OKs $22 million spending plan for 2013-14


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