tag:www.mtolivelife.com,2005:/categories/local-newsLocal News Local News | Mt Olive Life Mt Olive's Hometown Newspaper2023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00urn:uuid:ae277012-346d-4363-81e2-bedfc0991d812023-03-28T13:43:25-04:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Morris County to Receive $3 Million for Road Safety Improvements NJTPA Funding Supports Completion of Two Separate Projects2023-04-01 13:43:16 -0400Joe NicastroMorris County will receive $3 million in federal funds for recommended safety improvements which will include design considerations for a roundabout, a pedestrian-activated rapid flashing beacon and high-visibility crosswalks at five intersections within Mendham Township, Mendham Borough and Dover.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cfbb1d4d-cb3d-4004-b1a9-450e54d3c2572023-03-28T13:28:07-04:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00No Tax Rate Increase in Morris County Budget for 4th Consecutive Year2023-04-01 13:27:55 -0400Joe NicastroThe cost of living is up, but the Morris County Board of County Commissioners were pleased to introduce a 2023 Budget with no increase in the tax rate for the fourth consecutive year, thanks to prudent fiscal management and a growing ratable base.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:094beccb-c6a2-4e04-8d93-07a6489cad322023-02-20T17:09:03-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Budd Lake Teen Named PATH Intl. Youth Equestrian of the Year2023-03-01 17:08:58 -0500Joe NicastroWhen Vika Christian was 5, she and her mother were watching a horse show on television. The winner was introduced as “the greatest equestrian in the world,” prompting Vika to burst into tears. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:5e103547-f0eb-43de-a407-b82f6afcc5d32023-02-20T17:06:20-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Let’s Talk Health: The Key Factors for a Successful Detox Program2023-03-01 17:06:15 -0500Joe NicastroFor over a decade now, we have been amidst a pandemic of opiate use, and it is continuing to grow. Unfortunately, many teens and adults in our community struggle with issues related to alcohol and other substances, such as Benzodiazepines as well. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:85af41b5-01a2-40c7-b02b-dde917dcaf002023-02-20T17:03:29-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Sweet Creations By Devon Serves Cakes and Smiles2023-03-01 17:03:24 -0500Evan WechmanDevon Blatt of Budd Lake loves both her business and giving back to the community. She has been the owner of Sweet Creations by Devon for just two years now, but her sweet treats are becoming immensely popular in the area.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:cdfc6beb-3d7a-4e5f-972f-299c6d2670362023-02-20T16:54:10-05:002023-02-20T16:54:10-05:00New Pastor Comes to United Presbyterian Church, Flanders2023-03-01 16:54:05 -0500Joe NicastroUnited Presbyterian Church, Flanders (UPC) welcomed their new Pastor on January 8, after the congregation affirmed the Reverend Cliff Acklam’s call, at a special congregational meeting held that day. The Church is located at 58 Drakesdale Road, Flanders.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:4822808e-2701-451a-840b-06fb205fdb202023-02-20T16:52:19-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Preschool Advantage Now Accepting Applications from Local Families Needing Preschool Tuition Assistance for September2023-03-01 16:52:14 -0500Joe NicastroPreschool is critical to a child’s success in school and in life, but the high cost of tuition prevents many families from enrolling their children. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:c035f7e0-22e0-446d-bc99-fc329869dd1c2023-02-20T16:51:06-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00NJ Hall of Fame2023-03-01 16:51:01 -0500Joe NicastroNJ Hal of Fame<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:6bb6e577-4c7b-453c-9af4-d9b8975d4e312023-02-20T16:43:00-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Mount Olive Recreation Department Offers Fun Activities for All2023-03-01 16:42:53 -0500Mike TanchevskiThe hardest job for any recreation department is developing innovative and engaging programs that kids and adults want to participate in year-in-year-out. <hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>urn:uuid:e294ffa1-72d9-4647-ac23-fc11b892627a2023-02-20T16:39:53-05:002023-03-28T13:43:25-04:00Mount Olive Communications Center Stays Calm Under Pressure2023-03-01 16:39:49 -0500Evan WechmanMount Olive Police Lieutenant Mike Cordileone knows how important it is to remain calm during an emergency. He has been with the department for 25 years and has seen everything from routine accidents to senseless fatalities.<hr /><p><small>Original article published at <a href="www.mtolivelife.com">Mt Olive Life</a></small></p>