It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Morris Plains, NJ is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Central Park of Morris County with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Arthur's Tavern or visit Morris County Historical Society, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Morris Plains, NJ, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Morris Plains, NJ understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
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Home / MCVSD Opens Career Training Center on CCM Campus Facility Allots Share-Time Space for Hundreds of High School StudentsMore than 100 people gathered this morning at the County College of Morris (CCM) to celebrate the official opening of the Morris County Career Training Center, a new facility of the Morris County Vocational School District (MCVSD) on the college campus in Randolph.The ri...
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Facility Allots Share-Time Space for Hundreds of High School Students
More than 100 people gathered this morning at the County College of Morris (CCM) to celebrate the official opening of the Morris County Career Training Center, a new facility of the Morris County Vocational School District (MCVSD) on the college campus in Randolph.
The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the completion of a 46,350-square-foot, two-story building that will expand MCVSD’s capacity by hundreds of high school students starting with about 150 in the fall 2025 semester. The center will offer share-time programs focused on career and college readiness in fields ranging from medical and dental assisting to artificial intelligence, renewable energy and supply chain management.
“This is more than just a career center -- it’s truly a life training center. Graduates from Votech are already entering the workforce, earning competitive salaries and entering fulfilling careers. Programs like this are essential to our evolving economy,” said Deputy Commissioner Director Stephen Shaw, who shared a personal story about his father’s success through vocational education.
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Also in attendance were Commissioners Douglas Cabana, John Krickus, Thomas Mastrangelo, Christine Myers and Deborah Smith, State Sen. Anthony M. Bucco, Asw. Aura Dunn, Asm. Christian Barranco, Asm. Brian Bergen, along withmembers of the Randolph Township Council, the MCVSD Board of Education and the CCM Board of Trustees.
“It seems like just yesterday we were here with shovels breaking ground for this magnificent facility. When you pull onto this campus and see what’s happening with education in Morris County, it is amazing. The students here give us a sense of hope for the future,” said Sen. Bucco, who presented a Joint Senate-Assembly Resolution alongside Assemblymembers Dunn, Bergen and Barranco.
The $26.8 million project was funded through $18.6 million from the Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act and $8.2 million in county support. The building is located adjacent to CCM’s Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering Center and the future Entrepreneurship and Culinary Science Center, which is currently under construction, forming a hub of career and technical education in the county.
“When I became president of CCM in 2016, initial conversations began with Paul Licitra and Barbara Dawson. Around the same time, the Morris County Commissioners -- Tom Mastrangelo, Doug Cabana, Christine Myers, Deborah Smith and John Krickus -- approached me about the potential to expand our excellent vocational school district. Many conversations and hard work led to the building we’re celebrating today -- and it’s all for our students,” said CCM President Dr. Anthony J. Iacono.
At that point, he invited CCM’s culinary students who catered the event to join him.
“This kind of collaboration isn’t happening anywhere else in New Jersey -- or the country -- but it’s happening here in Morris County,” Iacono added.
Programs offered at the center will provide students with hands-on experience, industry-recognized credentials and the opportunity to earn up to 18 college credits. The share-time model allows students to attend specialized technical training for half the school day as part of their junior and senior year high school programs.
“This building does not feel like a high school. It feels like a high-tech, innovative space, and I know students will love learning here. They will know they are in special space,” said MCVSD Acting Superintendent Shari Castelli, who emceed the event.
“This event is not just about the opening of a new building. It’s about opening the doors to our students, where they will be able to cultivate their dreams, hopes and aspirations. They will have a safe and inspiring environment where they can explore the many possibilities and opportunities that will be available to them to discover their own individual talents,” said MCVSD Board of Education President Barbara Dawson.
“The Morris County Vocational School District Career Training Center is the result of a unique and innovative partnership. It’s a shining example of what can be achieved when educators, with the support of county and state leaders, come together with a shared mission to empower the next generation of young people, and ultimately strengthen our community,” said Paul Licitra, chair of the CCM Board of Trustees.
The project was made possible through collaboration among CCM and its Trustees, MCVSD and its Board of Education members, federal and state legislators, Morris County and the Board of County Commissioners, and the Township of Randolph and Councilmembers. During the event, the contributions of former MCVSD Superintendent Scott Moffitt were also recognized.
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Photo 1: Officials cut the ribbon on the Morris County Career Training Center.
Photo 2: Morris County Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen H. Shaw speaks at the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Morris County Career Training Center.
Photo 3: Students who will benefit from the Morris County Career Training Center gather during the ceremony.
Photo 4: Exterior of the finished building, the Morris County Career Training Center.
There is plenty happening in Morris County during this weekend of remembrance, and here’s the where, when and what of it all:Morris Plains: The annual Morris Plains Memorial Day Service will be held on Saturday, May 24 at 9 a.m. at Roberts Garden, located at the corner of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way. At 9:30 a.m. is the borough’s 39th annual Memorial Day Parade, which is expected to feature around 100 organizations. The parade will begin at the intersection of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way....
There is plenty happening in Morris County during this weekend of remembrance, and here’s the where, when and what of it all:
Morris Plains: The annual Morris Plains Memorial Day Service will be held on Saturday, May 24 at 9 a.m. at Roberts Garden, located at the corner of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way. At 9:30 a.m. is the borough’s 39th annual Memorial Day Parade, which is expected to feature around 100 organizations. The parade will begin at the intersection of Glenbrook Road and Mountain Way.
Morristown/Morris Township: Services will begin on March 26 at 7:45 a.m. with wreath-laying and Honor Guard salutes at various memorials in each town. A 10 a.m. service will be held at the Morris Township Municipal Building on 50 Woodland Avenue. The Memorial Day Parade will begin around 10:30 a.m. and will end on the Morristown Green, where the main ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. The main ceremony will feature a keynote address from ‘Welcome Home Vets of New Jersey’ President Val DiGiacinto. In the event of rain, the main ceremony will be held inside the Morris Township Municipal Building.
Chatham: The Borough of Chatham will be hosting its annual Ceremony of Honor on Monday, May 26 at 8 a.m. at the War Memorial Monuments in Memorial Park outside the library. The ceremony will be relocated to the bays of the Chatham Borough Volunteer Fire Department on Firehouse Plaza in the event of rain. The event will be hosted by Borough Councilman and Retired U.S. Army veteran Capt. Justin Stickland, and all members of the community are invited to attend. American flag pins will be given to all veterans attending the ceremony.
Parsippany-Troy Hills: The Parsippany-Troy Hills Memorial Day Parade will begin at noon on May 26. The parade starts at Sylvan Way and Route 202 and ends at the reviewing stand at Route 202 and Rita Drive.
Long Valley: Long Valley’s Memorial Day Ceremony will be held Saturday, May 24 at noon. Speaking at the event will be Lt. Tim Fallon, a retired U.S. Marine who was blinded by an IED in Afghanistan 15 years ago.
Mount Arlington: The Mount Arlington Memorial Day ceremony kicks off on Saturday, May 24 at 11:30 a.m. at Memorial Park, located at Mountainside Avenue and North Glenn Avenue. Hot dogs and soda will be made available after the service at the Lake Hopatcong Elks Lodge 782. In the event of inclement weather, the service will be held at the Lake Hopatcong Elks Lodge and begin at 11 a.m. Due to traffic from Interstate 80 being diverted onto Howard Boulevard, the Mount Arlington Memorial Day Parade will be canceled this year.
Dover: Dover’s Memorial Day Parade will begin at 10 a.m. on March 26 from Rutan Drive, and make its way to Hurd Park on Route 46 for a ceremony. The ceremony will begin around 10:45 a.m. Afterward, hotdogs will be made available courtesy of the Dover Rotary Club.
Montville: The Montville VFW Post 5481 will once again hold its annual Memorial Day commemoration at 11 a.m. on Monday, May 26 at the Tank Monument in Community Park located at 132 Changebridge Road.
Below is a list of other county-wide Memorial Day Observations provided by Morris County officials:
Saturday, May 24
Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day)
Home / Morris County Celebrates 2025 Law Day West Morris Mendham Mock Trial Team Honored; Latino Legal Pioneers Exhibit UnveiledThe West Morris Mendham High School mock trial team, winners of the Morris County Mock Trial Competition for an unprecedented 20th consecutive year, were honored yesterday in the historic courtroom of the Morris County Courthouse for placing second out of 216 teams in the 2024-25 sta...
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West Morris Mendham Mock Trial Team Honored; Latino Legal Pioneers Exhibit Unveiled
The West Morris Mendham High School mock trial team, winners of the Morris County Mock Trial Competition for an unprecedented 20th consecutive year, were honored yesterday in the historic courtroom of the Morris County Courthouse for placing second out of 216 teams in the 2024-25 statewide Vincent J. Apruzzese High School Mock Trial Competition hosted by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation.
The team will represent New Jersey next week at the National High School Mock Trial Championship, taking place May 7-10 in Phoenix, stepping in after state champion Mainland Regional High School was unable to attend.
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Morris County Commissioners Douglas Cabana and Thomas Mastrangelo congratulated the team and presented certificates of honor, alongside Morris County Bar Foundation President Linda Mainenti Walsh, who also recognized and presented awards to each student.
“This program teaches students how to debate with discipline, think strategically and build logical arguments. Today, we have the privilege of celebrating these promising young leaders who have embraced and excelled in these skills,” said Commissioner Cabana.
The West Morris Mendham team included Nathan Acheampong, Anthony Khakhiashvili, Tess Kutlu, Kira Mandel, Olivia Piacenti, Cole Smith, Ryan Smith, Julia Sun, Francesca Voyles and Caroline Ziegler. The team was coached by teacher Eric Heditsch, in his 26th year, and attorney William Connelly, who has volunteered for 22 years.
Julia Sun also took first place in the courtroom artist competition. Nikki Knarr of Vernon Township High School earned an honorable mention, and Joana Jayanth of Chatham High School placed second in the court reporter contest.
The 2025 Law Day theme, “The Constitution’s Promise: Out of Many, One,” inspired the program. Morris/Sussex Vicinage Assignment Judge Stuart A. Minkowitz opened the ceremony.
“Law Day reminds us to rededicate ourselves to shared national ideals of liberty, justice and equality under the law. The Constitution enshrines our collective responsibility to one another, and the 2025 Law Day theme urges us to take pride in a constitution that bridges our differences to bring us together as a united nation,” said Judge Minkowitz.
In his keynote address, New Jersey Supreme Court Associate Justice Michael Noriega, reflected on the unifying power of the words “We the People.”
“This courtroom belongs to all of us,” said Justice Noriega. “Justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done. Courts are open to the public, which keeps the system honest and accountable. If you can’t see how decisions are made, it’s difficult to know that you can trust them.”
The event opened and closed with performances by the chorus ensemble of the Mayo Performing Arts Center, a group of talented, audition-based teens who sang the national anthem and other selections. The Morris County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard presented the colors, and Susan Chait, trial court administrator for the Morris/Sussex Vicinage, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Following the ceremony, attendees gathered in the jury assembly room for the opening of the “Hispanic/Latino Pioneers in the Law” exhibit, celebrating the contributions of Hispanic legal professionals, including Appellate Division Judge Martiza Berdote Byrne and former Morris County Bar Association President John Paul Velez. The exhibit, featuring news articles, photographs and artifacts, will remain on display until Aug. 15.
The 2025 Law Day event was sponsored by the Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris/Sussex Vicinage, the Office of the Ombudsman, and the Vicinage Advisory Committee on Diversity, Inclusion and Community Engagement, in collaboration with the Morris and Sussex County Bar Associations, the Morris County Bar Foundation and the Hispanic Bar Association.
Among those attending in person and virtually were Morris County Sheriff James Gannon, State Sen. Anthony Bucco, Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll, Morris County Deputy Public Defender Susan McCoy, Morris County Surrogate Heather Darling and Morris County Clerk Ann Grossi.
Law Day, celebrated annually on May 1, was established by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1958 as a day of national dedication to the principles of government under law.
Photo: Front row (l-r) Sheriff James Gannon, Olivia Piacenti, New Jersey Supreme Court Associate Justice Michael Noriega, Caroline Ziegler, Kira Mandel, Commissioners Thomas Mastrangelo and Douglas Cabana. Back row (l-r) Attorney-coach William Connelly, Teacher-coach Eric Heditsch, Julia Sun, Nathan Acheampong, Tess Kutlu, Anthony Khakhiashvili, Morris/Sussex Vicinage Judge Stuart A. Minkowitz, Ryan Smith, New Jersey Supreme Court Associate Justice Anne M. Patterson and Morris County Bar Foundation President Linda Mainenti Walsh.
Mendham Township Middle School in Mendham is the top performing school in Morris County, according to an NJ Advance Media analysis of the latest school data.The new ratings come from the annual School Performance Reports released earlier this spring. Using data from the 2023-24 school year, families can see how their student’s school compares to others around the state. (See...
Mendham Township Middle School in Mendham is the top performing school in Morris County, according to an NJ Advance Media analysis of the latest school data.
The new ratings come from the annual School Performance Reports released earlier this spring. Using data from the 2023-24 school year, families can see how their student’s school compares to others around the state. (See the full list of Morris County’s school ratings below.)
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Morris County marked a major milestone this week with the official opening of the Pompton Valley Rail Trail, a 5.1-mile multi-use path constructed atop a former railroad and stretching from Pequannock Township to Wayne.About 100 local officials, residents and partners responsible for constructing the trail gathered Thursday behind the Pequannock First Aid Squad to cut the ribbon on the scenic, accessible route that was three decades in the making....
Morris County marked a major milestone this week with the official opening of the Pompton Valley Rail Trail, a 5.1-mile multi-use path constructed atop a former railroad and stretching from Pequannock Township to Wayne.
About 100 local officials, residents and partners responsible for constructing the trail gathered Thursday behind the Pequannock First Aid Squad to cut the ribbon on the scenic, accessible route that was three decades in the making.
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Morris County Commissioners Tayfun Selen, Stephen Shaw and Douglas Cabana were joined by representatives from the Morris County Park Commission, Morris County Department of Public Works, Passaic County Board of County Commissioners and Pequannock Township to celebrate the completion of the trail. The new recreational path runs from River Drive in Pequannock to Mountain View Boulevard in Wayne, near NJ Transit’s Mountain View Station.
“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. The 10-foot-wide paved path is fully accessible and has multiple entry points, allowing residents to step onto the trail right from their neighborhoods,” said Director Tayfun Selen.
Design and construction of the project -- formerly known as the New York, Susquehanna & Western Railway Bicycle and Pedestrian Shared Use Path after the rail line it repurposes -- was managed by the Morris County Department of Public Works. According to Morris County Engineer Christopher Vitz, the trail was the largest infrastructure project in his department’s history.
Construction began in 2022 and was funded by a $32 million federal grant administered by the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority (NJTPA).
“I want to thank the NJTPA for securing the federal funding made this trail possible. This project is just one example of the many ways that we work together on everything from trails to safety and infrastructure investments. Another example is our shared vision for the Morris Canal Greenway, which we hope will one day stretch from the Delaware River in Phillipsburg, through Morris County, to the Hudson River in Jersey City,” said Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw, who also serves as secretary of the NJTPA.
“This project is a great example of how we work together across county lines and across party lines to advance regionally significant projects. This project not only connects folks to the Mountain View train station in Wayne, but also brings us one step closer to our vision for a much larger regional trail network,” said Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett, who has been a member of the NJTPA Board of Trustees since 2013.
Safety was also a top priority when designing and constructing the trail, which includes upgraded crossings with high-visibility signals, clear signage and tactile surfaces for visually impaired users. A landmark bridge spanning the Pompton River was among the final elements completed.
“One of the great benefits of the quality of life here in Morris County is our park system. This trail is nearly twice the length of the Traction Line in Morristown, and we hope it becomes just as popular for families and residents to enjoy,” said Commissioner Douglas Cabana, liaison to the Park Commission.
As a token of appreciation, Morris County Park Commission Executive Director Dave Helmer presented commemorative railroad spikes to key project contributors during the ceremony. The spikes, collected over several years and personally assembled by Morris County Park Commissioner Richard Seabury, were labeled with imprinted brass tags reading: “Pompton Valley Rail Trail, Dedicated May 29, 2025.”
The Pompton Valley Rail Trail is now the longest bike and pedestrian trail maintained by the Morris County Park Commission, adding 5.1 miles to more than 260 miles of county park trails and pathways. It also adds 57 acres to the Park Commission’s stewardship of land, bringing its total to over 20,600 acres -- the largest county park system in New Jersey.
“I believe this trail system will probably be our second busiest trail system next to the Loantaka Brook Reservation trail system in Morristown and Morris Township, which receives 850,000 visitors. That's a tough one to beat, but with this one I expect we'll see about 150 to 200,000 visitors this year alone,” said Helmer.
During the ceremony, Helmer thanked Sheriff James Gannon and Chief Jack Ambrose of the Sheriff’s Patrol Division, who were present, for their support in maintaining trail safety along with township first responders. Participating in the ceremony were Betty Cass-Schmidt, a Morris County Park Commissioner and Pequannock resident, along with Pequannock Township Mayor John Driesse and Councilmembers David Kohle and Melissa Florance-Lynch. Chris Williams, director of Community Engagement & Grants for Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill, was also present.
Special thanks were extended to numerous contributors, including the NJTPA, the New York & Susquehanna & Western Railroad, NV5 of Parsippany, New Prince Concrete Construction of Hackensack, French & Parrello Associates of Wall, the Norfolk Southern Railway, and the North Jersey District Water Supply Commission for their roles in the project.
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Photo 1: Cutting the ribbon to officially open the trail are, from left, Morris County Commissioner Deputy Director Stephen Shaw, who is also secretary of the North Jersey Transportation Planning Authority, Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett, Morris County Commissioner and liaison to the Morris County Park Commission Doug Cabana, Pequannock Council members Melissa Florance-Lynch and David Kohle, Morris County Park Commissioner Betty Cass-Schmidt, Pequannock Mayor John Driesse, Morris County Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen, and Chris Vitz, Morris County Engineer and Director of the Department of Public Works.
Photo 2: Marty Lawrence of Wayne walks with his dog Olive on the Pompton Valley Rail Trail, already in use by runners, walkers, bicyclists and other dog walkers.
Photo 3: Commissioner Deputy Director Shaw speaking to the crowd of attendees.
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