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Santa Claus is shown in front of a Christmas tree.
Santa Claus is shown in front of a Christmas tree. ( Photo by Maria Kovic)

Franklin hosts tree lighting

01 Dec 2025 | 01:23
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Franklin Borough hosted its annual Christmas Tree lighting on Saturday.

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<b>Isabella Doogan, Sparta</b>
Isabella Doogan, Sparta

Sussex County Youth Orchestra to present winter concert

01 Dec 2025 | 11:57

The Sussex County Youth Orchestra/NJ Ambassadors of Music will perform their Winter Concert at 3 p.m....

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Franklin Band plans holiday concert

28 Nov 2025 | 03:15

The Franklin Band will hold its annual holiday concert Friday, Dec. 5, at 8 p.m. in the Franklin Borough...

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<b>Katie Henry</b>
Katie Henry ( Photo courtesy Katie Henry)

Katie Henry, Squirrel Nut Zippers to highlight week of live music

28 Nov 2025 | 01:50

Friday, Dec. 5

JP starts his set at 6 p.m. at The Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, bringing his polished...

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ShopRite launches Check-Out Hunger campaign

28 Nov 2025 | 01:38

ShopRite has launched its annual Check-Out Hunger campaign, a holiday-season fundraiser that invites...

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Philipp named YMCA president

Philipp named YMCA president

28 Nov 2025 | 01:26

The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges, a leading non-profit organization serving Bergen, Essex, and Sussex...

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Holly Carpentier, Alyssa Roccisano, Ashley Caraccio, Makayla Cherry, Hailey Phillips, Destiny Cerracchio, Michael Gibson are shown.
Holly Carpentier, Alyssa Roccisano, Ashley Caraccio, Makayla Cherry, Hailey Phillips, Destiny Cerracchio, Michael Gibson are shown.

‘Empty Bowls’ fundraiser raises $863 to help families in need

24 Nov 2025 | 12:32

The National Art Honor Society at Wallkill Valley Regional High School held its “Empty Bowls” charity...



<b>Roxon</b>
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Roxon Band highlights week of Live Music

Friday, Nov. 28

Andrew Tirado kicks off the evening at 5 p.m. with electric rock guitar energy at Angry Erik Brewing, 2 Camre...

Entertainment
21 Nov 2025 | 12:58
<b>Chuck Roberts, Roy Knutsen, and Michael McNamara made significant donations to Project Self-Sufficiency’s Thanksgiving initiative to feed more than 500 families.</b>
Chuck Roberts, Roy Knutsen, and Michael McNamara made significant donations to Project Self-Sufficiency’s Thanksgiving initiative to feed more than 500 families.

Over 500 families receive Thanksgiving meals

More than 500 Sussex County families will enjoy a Thanksgiving turkey with all the trimmings this year, thanks to donations...

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21 Nov 2025 | 12:33
<i><b>At the luncheon, the award was received on behalf of the College by SCCC representatives. This group included Top Row, left to right: Business &amp; Economics Professor Sal Paolucci, Director of the Public Safety Training Academy John Dixon, and SCCC Trustee Chair Herb Yardley. First Row, left to right: Dean of Technical Occupations Jason Fruge, Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services Terry Pappan, and Executive Foundation Director Stan Kula.</b></i>
At the luncheon, the award was received on behalf of the College by SCCC representatives. This group included Top Row, left to right: Business & Economics Professor Sal Paolucci, Director of the Public Safety Training Academy John Dixon, and SCCC Trustee Chair Herb Yardley. First Row, left to right: Dean of Technical Occupations Jason Fruge, Vice President of Finance and Administrative Services Terry Pappan, and Executive Foundation Director Stan Kula.

SCCC honored by county business partnership

Sussex County Community College was honored to receive the Business Advocacy Award from the Sussex County Economic Development...

Business
21 Nov 2025 | 12:00
<i><b>Off Shore Marine in Branchville is filling a 24’ boat</b></i> <i><b>with toys on behalf of the Season of Hope Toy Drive.</b></i>
Off Shore Marine in Branchville is filling a 24’ boat with toys on behalf of the Season of Hope Toy Drive.

’Stuff the Boat’ toy drive begins

The twelfth annual “Stuff the Boat” toy collection coordinated by Branchville business Off Shore Marine to benefit Project...

Business
21 Nov 2025 | 11:53
Local dentist finishes third novel

Local dentist finishes third novel

Sparta resident Joanne Henning is blending her professional life with her creative passion in her latest book, “The Platinum...

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20 Nov 2025 | 02:48
<b>Dr. Deb Gianuzzi conducts the High School Band </b>
Dr. Deb Gianuzzi conducts the High School Band

Students perform for association’s 50th anniversary

More than 160 high school musicians performed on Nov. 12, before a packed audience at High Point Regional High School to...

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20 Nov 2025 | 12:14
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