The Week in Review

Overturned Car, Snow Storm Top Local News

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No information on whether there are any injuries in the accident, but borough police and fire, and the Chatham Emergency Squad, all responded. Meredith Wilson's classic musical comes performed on Chatham Middle School's stage. Mookie Wilson and Bill Buckner of the 1986 Mets and Red Sox, who played against each other in the World Series, will sign autographs on Feb. 10 at Legends Gallery. Downtown Chatham was devoid of pedestrians by 3 p.m. Friday, and most motor traffic was heading out of town. The book sale is the Library of the Chathams' single biggest fundraiser of the year. Places to enjoy a romantic meal on Valentine's Day. People interested in running for the Board of Education need a petition and a candidate kit to run. Owner Aida …

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Food Network Features Deli, House Fire, Skate Park Top Local News

NY Ranger captain coming to Chatham, flu shot demand up also among top headlines.

Marie's Italian Specialties was included on an episode of 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives,' which aired this week. The cause of the blaze which started at about 8 p.m. Thursday is still under investigation. Two local women lead the fight to save the park, which they say needs between $15,000 and $25,000 to be restored. About 120 people received the vaccine in only two days this month from the Health Department in Madison. The committee will meet in closed session Tuesday to discuss personnel matters. Annual fundraiser moves to March, expected to feature plenty of local flavor. Ryan Callahan will appear at Legends Gallery on March 22. Susan Caljean will serve as the Municipal Clerk's Association president in 2013. Karen and Paul Franklin used …

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Body Found, School Security, Emergency Alerts Top Local News

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Authorities have ruled the death of a Lake Hopatcong man found in the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge a suicide. Fire official said Everbridge program was used by the county during Hurricane Sandy. District considers adding security and guidance personnel, making facility improvements and altering procedures following Newtown shootings. The question 'What would you do if you had $1 million?' spurred interesting responses from Chatham High School students. Former Council President James Lonergan nominated Resto for the role, and the councilman, who was sworn in for his second term moments before the nomination, was unanimously confirmed. Marie's Italian Specialties will be included on upcoming episode of 'Diners, Drive-ins and Dives.' …

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New Twp. Committee, Tree Collections Top Local News

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Kevin Sullivan was sworn in for his first term on the Chatham Township Committee. Chatham Borough residents should put their trees on the curb for collection. Chatham Disposal will collect trees in a curbside collection on Jan. 12. More than $1,200 items were donated to the annual Toys for Tots drive in Chatham Township. What to look out for in the new year. If you could make a New Year's resolution for Chatham, what would it be?

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Drug Arrest at Restaurant, Woman Killed in Crash ID'd Top Local News

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Police said PCP was also found on Berkeley Heights resident at River Grille. Your hyperlocal online newspaper enters its fourth year. Beverly White lived in Chatham and Florham Park. Steady snowfall on Saturday produced between 2 and 5 inches. If you could make a New Year's resolution for Chatham, what would it be? Five tips to help you keep your resolution. Several inches of snow cover most of North Jersey on Saturday. From a prescription mix-up to Hurricane Sandy, the most popular stories this year in Chatham. Check out who is performing where, download maps and more.

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Fatal Car Crash, Police in Schools Top Local News

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Florham Park resident died after accident on North Passaic Avenue Thursday afternoon. Cranford man transported to Morristown Medical Center Tuesday. Police plan to issue summons. Police and fire officials responded to the scene. Security measures to be re-evaluated throughout district, superintendent says. Bauer Truck Service has been a staple in Chatham for decades, and now the family adds car services to their local business. 'The Search,' 'Crescent' and 'Attic Trophy' will stay in the borough for another year. A Chatham tradition returns again this year. The owners of Angie's offer their gratitude to the business community and their patrons after a difficult year. Dylan Mulcahy helped organize his team to donate toys to families …

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Boro Layoffs Possible, School Financial Reporting Top Local News

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Department hopes to have pickup completed by Dec. 21. For the fifth straight year, the School District of the Chathams has received a certificate for excellence in financial reporting. Construction department's potential move to Madison met with criticism from residents. The committee discussed forming a Complete Streets subcommittee with representation from several boards. Cutting your own Christmas Tree can provide a lifetime of family memories. Here's where to get an influenza vaccine, how to recognize symptoms and what to know about treatment if you get sick. Education Foundation's grant will go toward purchase to enhance student writing. The Chatham Community Players will put on the Shakespeare comedy in March. Chris D'Ambrosio died …

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School Make-Up Days, New BOE Member Top Local News

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Students and staff members will have school on Feb. 18. Store owner Doris Crater arranged for many small businesses in downtown Chatham to open early Saturday for shoppers. Essex County malls busy, but not overcrowded most of the day. Rupture closed roadway between Noe Avenue and Hickory Place for much of Thanksgiving. Phil Franz, the father of three daughters, has lived in Chatham Borough since 1999. Seven people were injured in the two-car accident and transported to a local hospital.

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Temporary Cell Tower, Sandy's Impact Top Local News

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Chatham Township Committee approved the temporary cell tower at Esternay Field by a vote of 4-1. Most of the funds will be taken out of Chatham Borough's joint insurance fund, but emergency appropriations will have to be allotted for the rest. Despite going without power for days, 12 staff members from the School District of the Chathams are ready to give their time to fight blood cancers. Bavaro is a former tight end for the New York Giants, and a former resident of Chatham. Grand prize winner receives $100K. The fourth annual Chatham Turkey Trot takes place on Nov. 22.      

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Outages Linger, GOP Win Local Seats Top Chatham News

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Republican candidate Kevin Sullivan earned about 71 percent of the vote Tuesday over Democratic candidate Richard Erich Templin in Chatham Township. Election results in national, state and local races from Chatham Borough and Chatham Township. The two incumbents defeated Democrat Michael Yodice by nearly 900 votes each. All substations that service the township are functional again, but residents are still without power as a winter storm hits the area. JCP&L released new estimates for power restoration after the area was hit by a snow storm Wednesday. Despite the consolidation of polling places in Chatham Township, lines were short and voters said poll workers were efficient. NJ Transit spokesman said damage along Morris and Essex line was…

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