Top Long Valley Stories in November

Can you remember a crazier month in Washington Township history? Residents in town spent nearly the first two weeks in the dark from Super Storm Sandy, hit the polls for one of the most contentious elections in decades, and waited for changes to school calendars.

Let’s take a brief look back at the biggest stories of the month. Click on the headline to read more.

All Things Sandy Related

Long Valley Patch published dozens upon dozens of articles with coverage on Hurricane Sandy. Rather than explaining them all here, we have an aggregated topics page with every single one of those articles in one spot. Take a look back at the chaos that was Hurricane Sandy, from preparation to landfall and aftermath.

Insider Trading Scam Allegedly Centered Around Long Valley Man

After years of allegedly giving information to friends about his company’s acquisitions before they actually happened, John Lazorchak, along with a handful of others, was arrested and charged on multiple insider trading counts, according to U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman. Lazorchak and company allegedly netted more than $1.4 million in profits.

All Things Election Related

Remember that little thing called an election? There was a big one earlier this month, and for the first time ever, voters punched ballots for the president, state, local and school board candidates. Just like the Sandy topics page, we’ve aggregated all our coverage into one easy-to-view page. Click on the headline to find out more.

Man Airlifted After Car Hits Tree on Naughright Road

A scary moment on a weekday afternoon unfolded on Naughright Road when a Dover man left the roadway, smashing into a tree head-on, according to Washington Township Police. The man was airlifted to Morristown Medical Center after sustaining injuries in the wreck.

Teachers Seek to Donate Days to Sick Colleague

The West Morris Regional High School Teacher’s Association has formally asked the board of education to consider the creation of a sick bank, which would allow faculty members to donate sick days to an ill colleague, currently battling cancer. Teacher’s Association President Joyce Hartmann said schools Superintendent Mackey Pendergrast has been aware of the situation since September, but no action has yet been taken.  

For a full serving of the month's news, go here.