Thursday, May 9, 2013
Hospital scored as having higher number of patients develop blood clots than average scored facility, but fewer falls and traumas.
When ranked along with more than 2,000 general hospitals in the country, Morristown Medical Center received a "C" grade on a newly released report card from Hospital Safety Score. Data shows the hospital was scored as having a higher number of patients who develop blood clots than in the average scored hospital. However, Morristown Medical Center reported fewer falls and traumas than the average hospital and fewer accidental cuts or tears from medical treatment. The hospital scored higher than the average hospital for its leadership structures and systems, identifications and mitigation of risks and hazards, nurse workforce and more. "Atlantic Health System, parent organization of Morristown Medical Center, is committed to providing the …
Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Annual event promotes public awareness of local non-profit agencies and their services.
The community is already gearing up for an expanded Hackettstown Community Day this October in celebration of the event's seventh year. Hackettstown Community Day is held each year to help promote public awareness of local non-profit agencies and the services they provide. The day-long event is sponsored by the Hackettstown Police Department, Lowe's of Hackettstown and Mars Chocolate North America. This year's event will be held on Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Lowe's parking lot on Mountain Avenue. "Last year’s event was a huge success with approximately 5,500 people attending," Hackettstown Police Sgt. Darren Tynan said in a release announcing the event. "The extended hour is to allow for more entertainment. We are hoping to make …
Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Hackettstown-based chocolate manufacturer debuts new line for cooking... or just eating.
Hackettstown-based Mars Chocolate is celebrating its signature product by releasing a new line of products that honor the history of chocolate. The American Heritage Chocolate line was announced at the Hackettstown facility on Friday and debuted at the San Diego Maritime Museum last weekend during the "A Celebration of Chocolate on the Bay" event. Chocolate included in the collection will come in four forms: individually-wrapped chocolate sticks; bite-sized chocolates; chocolate blocks sized for shaving, baking or grating; and finely-grated chocolate ideal for drinking or baking. All American Heritage chocolate also comes in commemorative packaging. "Chocolate has been woven through the fabric of American culture for centuries and American…
Sunday, May 5, 2013
Business owners can manage their Patch listings in our directory for readers to find and use.
When Hackettstown Patch launched in September 2012, we made the Directory into a spot where users can find descriptions, hours, accepted payment methods and much more for spots around town. All users can add events taking place at local spots, can rate the business on a scale of one to five stars and can add a review. But many owners of local businesses don't realize the full advantages and extra bonuses they get when they claim a listing. Owners or managers should search for their business listing and select "claim your listing" in order to make updates to the page. A form will pop up asking for your name, contact information and proof of ownership. Within a few days, someone from Patch should contact you to verify your authenticity, and …
Saturday, May 4, 2013
One home came off the market in Hackettstown last week.
One home sold in Hackettstown last week, according to Garden State MLS. Here's a look at what came off the market:
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Major hurdles of Highlands Council and redevelopment still in the way, however.
If the Highlands Council approves, Quick Chek Corporation will open a 4,500-square-foot convenience store and 12-pump gas station on the northern end of Washington Township within a year. The township’s planning board had no qualms with the family owned and operated corporation that has opened some 40 store and gas pump locations in the past decade, as it sets its sites on a two-acre parcel of land at the intersection of Rt. 46 and Hearthstone Road. Because the area lies within the Highlands Preservation zone, Quick Chek must first get a Highlands Preservation Approval–essentially seeking a waiver–to have the area developed. With that development, the corporation would need the zoning to change as well, as a fuel station is not currently …
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Cablevision sells 41 venues to Ridgefield, Conn. chain.
Bow Tie Cinemas of Ridgefield, Conn. announced it has purchased 41 Clearview Cinema theaters from Cablevision, a published report said Monday. With the acquisition, which will make Bow Tie the nation’s number 8 exhibition company, Bow Tie vows to pay for “key upgrades that are designed to enhance the movie-going experience,” including digital and 3D projection, according to a report on the website Deadline.com. Clearview currently has 26 theaters in New Jersey, the report said. Cablevision bought the venues in 1998 and put the chain up for sale last year. The companies didn’t disclose the sale price, the report said. For a full list of Clearview properties, click here.
Saturday, April 27, 2013
One home came off the market last week in Hackettstown.
One home sold in Hackettstown last week, according to Garden State MLS. Here's a look at what came off the market:
Thursday, April 25, 2013
College Plaza Pediatrics opens in Willow Grove Medical Plaza.
There's a new pediatrician in town. Randolph-based College Plaza Pediatrics has opened a new office in the Willow Grove Medical Plaza, next to Hackettstown Regional Medical Center. “We are excited to bring 'high quality' pediatric healthcare to our new community,” said Dr. Julio Guerra, the medical director of College Plaza Pediatrics and the chairman of pediatrics at the medical center. The new office provides sick child visits, “well infant and child” office visits, sports and camp physical exams, immediate access to laboratory tests and radiology, and “short observation and treatment” through the emergency room at the medical center if needed. College Plaza Pediatrics also performs ADHD diagnosis and treatment utilizing both …
Final hearing on a 4.1 percent increase for state's second largest utility.
The sixth and final hearing on a request for a rate increase by the state’s second largest utility company met with a mix of praise and criticism for Jersey Central Power & Light Wednesday at Freehold Township’s Town Hall. JCP&L, fresh off widespread criticism for its handling of superstorm Sandy and the nor’easter that followed, is seeking a 4.1 percent increase in the rates it charges its 1.1 million customers – many of whom were without power for up to two weeks after this winter’s storms. The Morristown-based company is seeking to recoup the $630 million it spent on repairs following Sandy. It has petitioned the state regulatory board — the Board of Public Utilities — which has held hearings throughout JCP&L’s coverage area since the …
Richard Dean
9:46 pm on Saturday, May 11, 2013
BTW, I really think it is terrible how these hospitals that were founded decades ago as a memorial tribute to people are now dropping the word "memorial" from their names. Chilton was founded by a Pompton Plains doctor because the nearest hospitals were in Paterson and Passaic -- and it was named in honor of the doctor's son who was shot down over Europe with the US Army Air Corps. more ›