There’s a lot of disappointed people out there in Morristown. The annual St. Patrick’s Day parade was cancelled for only the second time in its history – the first time was for a big snow storm. According to published reports, the Morris St. Patrick’s Parade Committee met twice today, then decided to defer to safety concerns, as the weather became... Full story »

MADISON — The Madison Public Library is holding the 2nd Annual Madison High School Art Show throughout March. The exhibit, which features the work of 47 Madison High School students, will run through March 31 in the library’s Chase Room. The opening reception will be held from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 13. Awards will be... Full story »

Teams now forming for American Cancer Society annual community event Provided by the organizers MADISON - Local residents are invited to a complimentary dinner and desert reception at 6:30 p.m. Monday, March 22, at The Madison Hotel, 1 Convent Road, Morristown, to hear about The American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of Madison/Florham Park event coming to the area on... Full story »

Read Across America is an annual reading motivation and awareness program created by the National Education Association (NEA) that calls for every child in every community to celebrate reading on March 2, the birthday of children’s author Dr. Seuss. In schools throughout the Independent Press circulation area, students, guided by the teachers, parents and dignitaries celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday.... Full story »

MADISON — Ten Madison High School Visual Arts students recently participated in the Mt. Olive Invitational Art Competition in February. Three of these students were recognized with awards at the Opening Reception. Senior Olivia Moore received 1st Place, in the category of Drawing & Illustration. Junior, Rachel Fico received a $1,500. Scholarship to attend Montserrat College of Art’s Pre-College... Full story »

MADISON – In a press release received by the Independent Press, Samuel Cavaliere announced his candidacy for a seat on the Madison Board of Education. The text follows: "Mr. Cavaliere, will be running for the seat on the Board of Education currently held by George Martin. This is the first time that Mr. Cavaliere has run for the Board of... Full story »

By the Madison Area YMCA MADISON -- On November 4, 2009 the Madison Area YMCA received approval from the Borough of Madison's Technical Coordinating Committee to proceed to a public hearing with its future facility development plan. Special meetings of the Zoning Board of Adjustment are being scheduled to consider the project plan. The project application includes a new state-of-the... Full story »

By Stacey McEvoy MADISON —I t’s no surprise that the budget process for the 2010-2011 school year is turning out to be a challenging exercise. With deeper and deeper cuts from the state, it continues to become more painful each year. The board will present its budget in the Alice Perlaw Media Center at the Madison High School on Monday,... Full story »

MADISON — Last year more than 400 people participated in the MHS Educational Foundation’s annual High Five 5K Run/Walk, with 70 sponsors. This year, proceeds from the Foundation’s most important fundraiser will directly benefit all five Madison public schools. Since the inception of this fundraiser, the Madison Dental Group has made participation in the High Five 5K Run/Walk an... Full story »

MADISON — The Public Library will hold two music programs in March, in a series called “Amazing Conversations with Paul Hostetter.” Music Director of the Colonial Symphony and Director of the John J. Cali School of Music at Montclair State University, Hostetter has led many interesting programs at the library in the past, and this series is certain to... Full story »

MADISON -- A 24-year-old Madison man was arrested on Mar. 6 at 9:30 a.m. and charged with simple assault. Full story »

According to a release received from Madison Chamber of Commerce President John Morris, "The Madison Borough Council will vote on whether or not to fund the Lincoln Place improvement plan on Thursday, March 11. "I urge you to show your support for the Lincoln Place plan by attending this Council meeting. Improving Lincoln Place is vital to our businesses, our... Full story »

MADISON -- Chatham Borough, Madison and Chatham Township adults are encouraged to check their heart health at the re-scheduled Adult Health Screening on Thursday, March 18. Due to inclement weather the screening for February was postponed to the new March date. The screenings begin at 8 a.m. All those who wish to attend the screening must register at the Health... Full story »

MADISON — The Rose City Steppers will walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, March 13. They will meet at Seven Oaks Circle off Greenwood Avenue and at 9 a.m. sharp, begin their stroll through adjacent Florham Park neighborhoods. The Steppers will cover walk number 15 in the Madison Walks book. It is just over three miles long and will cover... Full story »

The annual American Legion Auxiliary Unit #43 Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner will take place from 1 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 14 at the Legion Post Home, 20 Ridgedale Ave. in Florham Park. The unit includes members from Madison, Chatham, Chatham Township and other area communities. Adults will pay $10 per person for a complete dinner, children under... Full story »