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Hi Madison! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Madison's new cell phone rules mean for your student
  • How Madison celebrated its 11U state champion Little League team
  • Ready to spy your way through Madison's Revolutionary past?

Also on today's calendar: KNIFE: The Attempted Murder of Salmon Rushdie (documentary) and 19 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 75 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Friday: An afternoon shower in spots, temps: high: 85, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Mostly cloudy and not as warm, with a high of 72 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Madison Superintendent Reflects on First Month of School, New Cell Phone Rules and Facility Upgrades (tapinto.net) — Madison's superintendent says the 2026–27 school year is off to a strong start, with students adjusting to new bell-to-bell cell phone rules that keep them device-free during the day. He also highlights recently completed referendum-funded facility upgrades, busy Back-to-School Nights, and district goals focused on learning, student well-being, and stronger communication with Madison families.
   

2. Madison Honors 11U Little League Team for 2026 New Jersey State Championship (tapinto.net) — Madison's 11U Little League team has been officially honored by Mayor Robert Conley and the Borough Council for winning the 2026 New Jersey state championship, capped by a 6–5 victory over Hoboken. Players and coaches received certificates celebrating their teamwork, sportsmanship, and the pride they brought to Madison throughout their title run.
   

3. Revolutionary War Digital Scavenger Hunt (morristowngreen.com) — History buffs in Madison can join a free Revolutionary War–themed digital scavenger hunt that sends players on spy missions through town and neighboring communities. Using the GooseChase app, you'll track down historic markers and sites tied to Washington's winter in Morristown, complete challenges, and earn a commemorative scroll when you finish your missions.
   

4. Adjunct Professor Biology (Molecules, Cells & Genes Lab)-Spring 2027 (fdu.edu) — A new adjunct biology instructor position is open at Fairleigh Dickinson University's Florham Campus in Madison, with classes starting in January 2027 and paying $900–$1,000 per contact hour. Local candidates with at least a master's in biology or biology education and lab-teaching experience are encouraged to apply, submitting a CV, cover letter, and references for evening or possible daytime lab sections.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Atlantic Health System posted a job opening for Nursing Assistant, Full Time, Nights 7p-7a, Deskovick 2, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center in Morristown. Apply here.
  • Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate in Morristown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Madison here.

Ok Madison! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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