Baby Krew gets proper cremation, thanks to the help of an ‘angel’ In the majority of states, contents of the womb prior to 20 weeks of gestation are generally handled as “medical waste.”... Local News 28 Jul 2020 | 12:03
Peter Karp performs at the Sparta Concert Series a few years ago. He’s been a regular performer over the years and will be back on Aug. 21. (Photo by Laurie Gordon) Sparta Summer Concert Series returns Aug. 8 The Sparta Summer Concert Series will kick off its 2020 season on Aug. 8 at Dykstra Park. “I really didn’t think it would... Entertainment 21 Jul 2020 | 04:38
Suzanne LaBurt, Lauren Jackson, Laura DeLea, and Roberta Groner after winning the team masters division championship in a virtual mile. Running virtually: When there’s a will, there’s a way Runners are a unique breed. They willingly go out, in all kinds of weather, to pound the pavement, hit the trails or track,... News 21 Jul 2020 | 11:47
The masked runners: Members of the Kittatinny Regional High School Cross Country Team wear masks while discussing the day's workout. Masks are required at all practices except when teams are socially distancing. (Photo by Laurie Gordon) Some call ‘foul’ on fall sports push back The “Return to Play” blueprint for the fall season recently released by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association... Local News 20 Jul 2020 | 04:23
The often-precarious raft ride (Photo provided by Andy Mulvihill and Penguin/Random House) Action Park book relives the good, the bad and the unbelievable For some, the ‘80s Jersey attraction known as Action Park was a beloved rite of summer. For others it was, simply, dangerous.... Local News 14 Jul 2020 | 12:31
From left to right, Ellen Stein (travel friend of Parker's who used to live in Sussex County), an Italian friend who owned a very special dog named Euro, who many of Parker's clients have visited, and Nancy Parker, owner of Argosy Travel in Italy. Argosy Travel celebrates 50 years Nancy Parker is well known throughout the area as president and travel consultant of her business, Argosy Travel, Inc. The... Local News 14 Jul 2020 | 10:54
Laurel Kuenzler with her book, "Little Piggy" (Photo provided) Local writer publishes timely children’s book about finding unexpected friends Laurel Kuenzler is an an “overcomer.” She suffered a traumatic brain hemorrhage followed by a month on a ventilator and life... Entertainment 29 Jun 2020 | 04:23
Customer Rich at John’s Barbershop Heads, and the stylists who love them, return to life Since Tristate salons and barbershops were mandated to shut down in March, many have been forced to apply for loans or dip... Local News 23 Jun 2020 | 04:47
Alan Yeung (Photo provided) Valedictorian Alan Yeung has been named a U.S. Presidential Scholar Sparta High School’s valedictorian, Alan Yeung, is one of just five New Jersey students who has been named a U.S. Presidential... Local News 16 Jun 2020 | 04:48
This year’s Kittatinny Soccer Team (Photo provided) Soccer seniors are all heart on the field, brains in the classroom The Class of 2020 abruptly left “Kansas” and was thrown into a whole new “Oz” of remote learning and unprecedented graduations.... Sports 16 Jun 2020 | 04:27
Dr. Michael A. Rossi (sparta.org) Mystery surrounds Sparta schools superintendent’s sudden departure Michael A. Rossi Jr., the superintendent of the Sparta Township School District, has taken a leave of absence. “Dr. Rossi... Local News 02 Jun 2020 | 04:41
Sheriff Michael F. Strada (sussex.nj.us) Sheriff’s family ‘shaken’ by gunfire near his home Hampton. Police responded to reports of gunfire in the vicinity of Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada’s home in Hampton... Local News 02 Jun 2020 | 01:20
Jose Garces (Photo provided) Medispa to re-open Friday, offering antibody test Many small businesses are waiting fervently for Gov. Phil Murphy to move forward with his reopening plan. Others have been... Business 02 Jun 2020 | 11:21
A group of Vernon Township High School seniors during Spirit Week. (Photo provided) Vernon plans an in-person graduation The Vernon Township High School principal, Dr. Pauline Anderson, said administrators decided in mid-April to do “everything... Local News 02 Jun 2020 | 10:38
Every member of the Sparta senior class represented (Photo provided) Schools try to keep the ‘pomp,’ given the ‘circumstance,’ in graduation A Facebook post facetiously states: “If graduation can't be done inside a gym or outside on a football field, perhaps grads... News 26 May 2020 | 03:59
