Morris County Woman, 62, Accused Of Selling Narcotics, Police Say Morris County Woman, 62, Accused Of Selling Narcotics, Police Say
Morris County Woman, 62, Accused Of Selling Narcotics, Police Say A 62-year-old woman is facing drug possession and distribution charges for allegedly selling narcotics out of her Morris County home, authorities said. Shelley R. Briggs, of Budd Lake, was arrested June 29 after an investigation by Mount Olive Police determined that she had allegedly been distributing a controlled dangerous substance out of her home on 4th Street in Budd Lake. Briggs was charged with distribution of a Schedule IV narcotic drug and possession of drug paraphernalia, police said. She was released and is scheduled to appear in court.
New Sunoco Gas Station, Convenience Store Opens In Morris County New Sunoco Gas Station, Convenience Store Opens In Morris County
New Sunoco Gas Station, Convenience Store Opens In Morris County A new Sunoco gas station and convenience store is now open in Morris County. The grand opening was held Tuesday for the new location at 15 Route 46 in Budd Lake, according to a Facebook post from Mount Olive Mayor Rob Greenbaum, who attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony. The gas station and convenience store chain joins nearby Morris County locations in Morristown (E Hanover Avenue), Parsippany (Route 46 West), Denville (Route 10 East), Pompton Plains (Route 23 and Newark Pompton Turnpike) and Long Valley (E Mill Road). The new Sunoco is open Monday through Friday from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. an…
Morris County Man, 29, Caused Fire At Vacant Historic Shop On Route 206, Prosecutor Says Morris County Man, 29, Caused Fire At Vacant Historic Shop On Route 206, Prosecutor Says
Morris County Man, 29, Caused Fire At Vacant Historic Shop On Route 206, Prosecutor Says A Morris County man accused of causing a fire at a historic shop early Sunday morning has been charged, authorities said. Anthony Rondan, 29, tossed a lit cigarette while inside Ye Olde Mill Shoppe on Route 206 in Flanders, causing the blaze shortly before 4:45 a.m., Acting Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll said in a joint release Tuesday with Chief of Detectives Chris Kimker and Mount Olive Police Department Chief Stephen Beecher. Just before 5am members were alerted to the building on the corner of Flanders Netcong and Route 206 for the smoke... Posted by Flanders Fire Co. #…
Police: Erratic Morris County Driver With Meth Tosses Brass Knuckles Onto Route 46 Police: Erratic Morris County Driver With Meth Tosses Brass Knuckles Onto Route 46
Police: Erratic Morris County Driver With Meth Tosses Brass Knuckles Onto Route 46 May 10, 2021 UPDATE: Subsequent to the original posted article, the Morris County Prosecutor dismissed one of the five charges against Rondan and reduced the other four to disorderly persons offenses. At the time of this update, no court hearing on the downgraded charges has been held. ----------------------------------------------------------- A Morris County driver made several erratic maneuvers on Route 46 before he ditched a pair of brass knuckles and was later found with methamphetamine, police said. Anthony E. Rondan, 29, made an erratic lane change on the highway before pulling over…
Woman, Teen Charged With Criminal Mischief; Cops Investigating Morris County Apartment Burglary Woman, Teen Charged With Criminal Mischief; Cops Investigating Morris County Apartment Burglary
Woman, Teen Charged With Criminal Mischief; Cops Investigating Morris County Apartment Burglary Police are investigating a Thursday morning burglary at a Morris County apartment complex in connection with a criminal mischief incident that led to charges for an adult and teen. A unit at Village Green Apartments in Budd Lake was broken into and items stolen shortly before 9:30 a.m., Mount Olive police said. The victim’s motorcycle was also knocked over and spray-painted during the incident, police said. Two suspects — Ashley Camacho, 19, of Newton, and a 17-year-old boy from Budd Lake whose name was not released — were arrested and charged with criminal mischief in connection with the …
‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors ‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors
‘Absolutely Speechless:’ Popular Morris County Deli Suddenly Shuts Doors A beloved Morris County deli suddenly shut its doors citing business and economic concerns. Ginette’s Deli on Old Wolfe Road in Budd Lake is closed until further notice, according to a Monday night post on its Facebook page. However, the long-standing staple is still filling catering and event needs through its on-call catering and picnic depot divisions, the post says. “Ginette and the deli staff wish to thank our loyal customers and look forward to serving you again soon!” the post says. Several longtime Ginette’s fans commented on the post to share their condolences: “I am absolutely …
Man Peered Into Morris County Apartment Window While Woman Was Changing Toddler, Police Say Man Peered Into Morris County Apartment Window While Woman Was Changing Toddler, Police Say
Man Peered Into Morris County Apartment Window While Woman Was Changing Toddler, Police Say A NY man was arrested after police say he peered through the window of Morris County apartment while a woman was changing a toddler’s clothes. Elmer Alarcon-Guerra, 30, was seen looking into a window at Eagle Rock Apartments in Budd Lake while a woman was changing the toddler’s clothing on March 3 around 8:30 p.m., Mount Olive police said. Alarcon-Guerra, of Endicott, NY, then tried to move up against the wall to avoid being seen, police said. The woman contacted police and the man, who fled in a silver SUV, was tracked down a short time later and placed under arrest, authorities said. Al…
Firefighter Falls Through Floor While Dousing Morris County Residential Blaze Firefighter Falls Through Floor While Dousing Morris County Residential Blaze
Firefighter Falls Through Floor While Dousing Morris County Residential Blaze A firefighter fell through the floor while dousing a stubborn house fire in Morris County Monday evening, authorities said. The blaze broke out just after 6 p.m. at a home on Sandshore Road in Budd Lake, the Hackettstown Fire Department said. Several surrounding fire companies responded to a mayday transmitted for a fireman who fell through the floor and into the basement, authorities said. The mayday was later canceled after an attic ladder was passed down to the firefighter to help him escape safely, the department said. No injuries were reported in the fire, authorities said. The Scho…
Sheriff: $1,000 Reward Offered For Info On Urn With Ashes Stolen From Morris County Doorstep Sheriff: $1,000 Reward Offered For Info On Urn With Ashes Stolen From Morris County Doorstep
Sheriff: $1,000 Reward Offered For Info On Urn With Ashes Stolen From Morris County Doorstep Morris County Sheriff’s CrimeStoppers are offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information about an urn holding cremated ashes that was stolen from the doorstep of a Mount Olive apartment. A package containing the urn — which holds the ashes of the victim’s father — was stolen from the Village Green Apartment Complex in Budd Lake sometime between 12:50 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Feb. 26, Sheriff James M. Gannon said. The urn has a motorcycle on top and is engraved with the victim’s father’s name, Gannon said. The urn pictured above is similar but not identical to the one that was stolen. “Help u…
BUSTED: Raid Of 40-Year-Old Morris County Man's Apartment Turns Up Cocaine, Pot, $12K Cash BUSTED: Raid Of 40-Year-Old Morris County Man's Apartment Turns Up Cocaine, Pot, $12K Cash
Busted: Raid Of 40-Year-Old Morris County Man's Apartment Turns Up Cocaine, Pot, $12K Cash A 40-year-old man accused of selling cocaine and other drugs was arrested following a raid of his Morris County apartment, authorities said. Keith M. Harrington was arrested Feb. 9 after a search of his apartment at Hensyn Village in Budd Lake turned up an ounce of cocaine, pot, paraphernalia and $12,000 in cash, Mount Olive police said. Harrington was charged with possession with intent to distribute over half an ounce of cocaine, possession of cocaine, money laundering and possession of drug paraphernalia. He was being held at the Morris County Correctional Facility pendin…
Morris County Native, Addiction Recovery Advocate Heather Ryan Dies After Cancer Battle, 35 Morris County Native, Addiction Recovery Advocate Heather Ryan Dies After Cancer Battle, 35
Morris County Native, Addiction Recovery Advocate Heather Ryan Dies After Cancer Battle, 35 Morris County resident, and addiction recovery advocate Heather Ryan died Feb. 7 after a five year battle with breast cancer. She was 35. Born in Dover, Ryan attended Mount Olive High School, where she played soccer, basketball, and ran track, graduating in 2004, her obituary says. Ryan went on to study business and marketing at Villanova University School of Business, where she graduated in 2008, her memorial says. Ryan was then employed in the marketing field for several years, most recently working for Wyndham Worldwide, according to her obit. Outside of work, Ryan loved to spend time …
Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County
Firefighters Injured Battling LongHorn Steakhouse Blaze In Morris County A late-night three-alarm blaze ravaged a Morris County LongHorn Steakhouse and injured three firefighters, authorities said. The fire broke out at the Flanders location on International Drive South Tuesday around 12 a.m., according to Byram Township fire officials. The blaze completely ravaged the restaurant, which had to be demolished due to damages, the Mt. Olive Fire Marshal said. Three firefighters sustained minor injuries battling the all-night blaze, which remains under investigation, authorities said. Fire crews in Flanders and Budd Lake also assisted at the scene.