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Morris Knolls Teacher, 35, Charged With Sexually Assaulting Student She Tutored: Prosecutor
A 35-year-old Morris County high school teacher has been arrested on accusations she sexually assaulted a 17-year-old child she'd been tutoring, officials said. Alyssa Perry, of Rockaway Township, a teacher at Morris Knolls High School, became the center of an investigation when school administrators reported her inappropriate behavior to Denville police in March, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll said. Perry, who is suspended from the school, was charged on Friday, June 6, with two counts of sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child, authorities said. At Morri…
Morristown, NJ
Breaking News
Morris County's Longest Trail Just Opened — And It's Stunning
After three decades of planning, a long-awaited 5.1-mile bike and pedestrian path has officially opened in North Jersey. The Pompton Valley Rail Trail — built on the former New York, Susquehanna & Western Railway line — was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 29, behind the Pequannock First Aid Squad. “This new trail provides a safe and scenic way to walk or bike to the train station — cutting down on car traffic and helping everyone breathe a little easier,” said Morris County Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen. The trail runs from River Drive in Pequannock to M…
Jefferson-Lake Hopatcong, NJ
Breaking News
Person Shot In Jefferson Township: Prosecutor
A person was shot in Jefferson Township on Tuesday, June 3, authorities said. At 9:06 p.m., Jefferson police contacted the Morris County Prosecutor's Office to report a person with a gunshot wound, a spokesperson for the prosecutor's office said. The victim was transported to an area hospital, authorities said. There is no threat to the public, authorities said. It is unknown if anyone was arrested or the condition of the victim. The investigation is ongoing, authorities said.
Pompton Lakes, NJ
Breaking News
Haskell Bookkeeper Pleads Guilty To Stealing From Two Catholic Churches: Prosecutor
A 60-year-old Haskell resident pleaded guilty on Monday, May 19, to taking money from two Roman Catholic parishes where she worked as bookkeeper, authorities said. Melissa Rivera pleaded guilty to two counts of theft, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll and Chief of Detectives Robert McNally said. Per the terms of a plea agreement she is expected to be sentenced to 364 days in the Morris County Correctional Center followed by probation, authorities said. Between May 2018 and January 2024, Melissa Rivera stole $192,000 while employed as a bookkeeper at Our Lady of Mountain Parish in Wash…
Clifton, NJ
Breaking News
Clifton Man Guilty Of Using Messenger Service To Meet Kids For Sex: Prosecutor
A 42-year-old Clifton man was convicted on Friday, May 23, after he used a messenger service to make plans to meet children for sex in Morris County, authorities said. Brian Stewart was convicted of three counts of luring, two counts of endangering the welfare of a child, attempted endangering the welfare of a child and four counts of attempted aggravated sexual assault following a three-day trial, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Boonton Township Chief of Police Thomas Cacciabeve said. In March 2024, Brian Stewart engaged…
Chatham, NJ
Obituaries
Chatham Coach, Devoted Dad Peter Gianusso Dies At 52 After Cancer Battle
Peter Michael Gianusso, a beloved Morris County father, coach, and Red Sox fan, died on Saturday, May 24, after a 17-month battle with cancer, his obituary on the Bradley Funeral Home website says. He was 52. Gianusso was a devoted husband to Bethany (Wilber) Gianusso for 25 years and loving and proud father to Isabella (22), Luca (20), Serafina (17), and Tomasso (15), his obituary says. “His love for his family was the foundation of his world, and he cherished every moment spent with them—whether on a baseball field, in the car trying to do the latest TikTok trend, or simply…
Toms River, NJ
Breaking News
HS Wrestler Charged In Fatal Route 37 Toms River Hit-Run Crash
An 18-year-old former high school wrestler has been charged in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash on Route 37 in Toms River, authorities said. Abel Mathukutty, of Lake Hiawatha (located in Parsippany, Morris County) was behind the wheel of an Infinity sedan that struck a white Mercedes sedan carrying a female driver and male passenger on Saturday, May 24 at approximately 7:25 p.m. on Route 37 east in Toms River, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer said. The crash sent the Mercedes into a utility pole and Mathukutty fled the scene, traveling eastbound over the Thoma…
Montville, NJ
Breaking News
Towaco Teen Struck Pedestrian Delivering Food, Fled Scene: Police
An 18-year-old Morris County resident was arrested and charged on Wednesday, May 21 with striking a pedestrian and leaving the scene, authorities said. At 9:26 p.m., officers responded to 100 Horseneck Road after a pedestrian making a food delivery was struck by a motor vehicle, Fairfield police said. The vehicle did not remain on the scene, police said. Neighbors assisted police with security footage, allowing them to identity the vehicle, a 2024 white Lincoln Corsair, officers said. Police located the driver, Hunter Hayek, a Towaco resident, and the vehicle, officers said. Hayek was char…
Hanover Township, NJ
Breaking News
Video
: Man With Scissors Begs Cops To Shoot Him After Hanover Crash With Kids In Car, PD Says
A man holding scissors begged police to shoot him after a crash involving three vehicles — including one carrying children — in a Morris County gas station parking lot on Wednesday, May 21, authorities said (scroll for video). The crash happened around 5:26 p.m. on Ridgedale Avenue, Hanover police said. Officers arrived and began tending to one of the vehicles’ occupants when they noticed a man outside his car acting suspiciously, police said. “When officers began talking to him, he began acting erratically and stated he wanted to die,” the news release reads. The man, who was holding…
Morristown, NJ
Breaking News
$585K: Morris County Lotto Player Wins Big
It was a sensational Sunday for a lottery player in Morris County. A ticket sold in Morris County matched all five numbers in the Jersey Cash 5 jackpot drawing on Sunday, May 18, winning $585,900. The ticket was sold via the Jackpocket app. The winning numbers were 15, 26, 30, 34 and 42.
South Orange, NJ
Breaking News
50-Year Owner Of Victor's Florist In South Orange In Fight For His Life
Lenny Zieff, a beloved florist and orchid grower from Morris County, is in the fight of his life — and now, his community is rallying to return the support he’s given for decades. Zieff, who has been at the helm of Victor’s Florist in South Orange for more than 50 years, has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, according to a GoFundMe launched by Barry Goldin. He’s also battling congestive heart failure and compromised lung function following recent surgery. “Due to his conditions, Lenny can no longer work, can no longer live in his home, and needs to be where the help and medical ca…
Parsippany-Troy Hills, NJ
On Your Side
Morris County's Hottest New Coffee Shop Is Run By Husband-Wife Duo, Her Family In Colombia
A Colombian coffee shop with deep roots in family, farming, and cultural tradition is now brewing in Morris County. Tierra Encanto Coffee, which roughly translates to enchanted land and is located at 35 N Beverwyck Road, is a labor of love from husband-and-wife team Jesus Gueits Pereira and Yenifer Osorio, who opened the shop last month. “So far so good — the people are very happy,” said Gueits Pereira, 38. “There wasn’t any coffee shop in the area… we’re basically the only specialty Colombian coffee company here. The community is very active and we’re very grateful for the support.” Yenif…
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