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<b>Schoalrship winners, Jane DeEsch of Greeley,Pa., Liz Ervey of Allamuchy and Lisa McKenzie of Sparta are shown with organizer Judge Loraine Parker, right.</b>
Schoalrship winners, Jane DeEsch of Greeley,Pa., Liz Ervey of Allamuchy and Lisa McKenzie of Sparta are shown with organizer Judge Loraine Parker, right. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Scholarships given through 100 Woman Project

Local News
19 Mar 2026 | 03:35

Trichotomy

Trichotomy is a meaningful word for me,

Not a dichotomy but a division of three.

Capitalism, Christianity and Democracy,

And...

Letters to the Editor
19 Mar 2026 | 03:31
Jerry J. Leach

Jerry J. Leach

Jerry J. Leach, aged 32, who resided in Oak Ridge, and previously Hopatcong, departed this world on Tuesday, March 10, 2026,...

Obituaries
17 Mar 2026 | 08:34
New York State Police had a recruiting tent at the 2025 New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm and Horse Show. Photo: Maebel Van Ek Photography
New York State Police had a recruiting tent at the 2025 New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm and Horse Show. Photo: Maebel Van Ek Photography

New standards make it easier to join police, military, corrections

In recent years and especially since COVID, recruiting for uniformed services is down across the country. As a result, a...

Local News
17 Mar 2026 | 04:02
<b>Sabine Watson, president of German Christmas Market of N.J. gives a speech.</b>
Sabine Watson, president of German Christmas Market of N.J. gives a speech. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

German Christmas Market gives $177K to charities, nonprofits

Helping organizations that serve Sussex County residents was the focus Sunday at the annual GiveBack event hosted by the...

Local News
16 Mar 2026 | 12:38
KJS United repeats as Public Co-Op hockey champion

KJS United repeats as Public Co-Op hockey champion

The championship defense was successful for KJS United.

Led by three goals from junior Braydon Sisco - including two in the...

Sports
16 Mar 2026 | 11:07
<b>Pictured during the presentation are Carolyn King, a Rotary member, and Sue Andriola of Ogdensburg Elementary School.</b>
Pictured during the presentation are Carolyn King, a Rotary member, and Sue Andriola of Ogdensburg Elementary School. ( Photo submitted)

Rotary Club of Wallkill Valley donates school supplies

Members of the Rotary Club of Wallkill Valley donated elementary school supplies for students in need through a district...

Local News
16 Mar 2026 | 10:52
<b>John Dixon holds a public safety training class at Southern County Community College in Newton.</b>
John Dixon holds a public safety training class at Southern County Community College in Newton. ( Photo:Maria Kovic)

SCCC hosts public safety academy training

Local News
16 Mar 2026 | 09:51
<b>Student get hands-on lessons.</b>
Student get hands-on lessons. ( Photo submitted)

SCCC hosts 57th annual Teen Arts Festival

Sussex County Community College hosted the 57th annual Sussex County Teen Arts Festival on March 10, welcoming more than...

Local News
16 Mar 2026 | 09:42
Owen Englehart, Espen Wespestad, Danny Westervelt, and Jack McGurrin qualified for the state meet.
Owen Englehart, Espen Wespestad, Danny Westervelt, and Jack McGurrin qualified for the state meet. ( Photo submitted)

Sparta-Jefferson swim teams close season with records, state success

The Sparta-Jefferson boys and girls swim teams closed the 2026 season with strong postseason performances, highlighted by...

Sports
13 Mar 2026 | 02:57

Tomahawk Lake Waterpark to fill 100-plus summer jobs at hiring events

Tomahawk Lake Waterpark is seeking to fill more than 100 summer jobs for its 74th season and will host three hiring events...

Business
13 Mar 2026 | 02:44
Better Than Ezra
Better Than Ezra ( Photo: Better Than Ezra)

Better Than Ezra headlines week of live music

Friday, March 20

Tim VG starts the night off country at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. Join Paul Derin from Uncle...

Entertainment
13 Mar 2026 | 01:49
Ashley Caraccio is shown with her scholarship-winning piece.
Ashley Caraccio is shown with her scholarship-winning piece. ( Photo submitted)

Wallkill Valley artists earn honors and scholarships at Mount Olive invitational show

Several students from Wallkill Valley Regional High School were recognized for artistic achievement during the reception...

Local News
13 Mar 2026 | 01:37
Francesca and Melissa LoPorto pose for a photo.
Francesca and Melissa LoPorto pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Franklin school hosts book fair

Local News
13 Mar 2026 | 01:29
<b>Simon Wade, subsistence farming with family; using period plough with wooden beam and iron share.</b>
Simon Wade, subsistence farming with family; using period plough with wooden beam and iron share.

Sussex County History Today: Simon Wade

Simon Wade was a local Patriot. He was a member of the Second Sussex Regiment. During the Revolutionary War Simon served...

Columns
13 Mar 2026 | 12:35
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