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Morris County sees stabbing ID, Wayne fire death, Freshpet changes

Police identified a woman stabbed to death in Morris County while officials investigate a fatal car fire near the Wayne Mall.


Police have identified a woman who was found stabbed to death inside her suburban home nearly a month ago. The identification marks an update on the case that has been under investigation since the victim's discovery.

In separate breaking news, officials are investigating after finding a dead body in a burning car near the Wayne Mall. Police and the Medical Examiner's Office have launched an inquiry into the incident reported within the last hour.

Local business updates include Freshpet announcing a leadership transition ahead of its 20th anniversary with President Scott Morris moving to an advisor role. Additionally, the Morris Cancer Center in New Brunswick treated over 85,000 patients during its first year as the state's only freestanding cancer hospital.

Community events are also on the calendar with a Morris County 5K Race for Recovery set for July 4 in Central Park at Parsippany-Troy Hills. The annual fundraiser will support Market Street Mission programs across New Jersey.

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