Pysanky refers to the ancient Ukrainian art of decorating eggs using a wax resist, or batik, method that produces elaborate, colorful, symbolic designs. (Photos provided) Classes in pysanky egg dyeing offered As Easter approaches, Daria Bonomini again will teach the art of pysanky egg dyeing. The Highland Lakes resident, whose family... Home 26 Mar 2023 | 08:55
The hens have finally started laying at Meadowburn Farm in Vernon, N.J. ( Jesse Clarke) Eggsplainer They cost more than twice as much at the store as they did last year. Local farmers have waiting lists and customer limits,... Local News 30 Jan 2023 | 03:03
Lafayette House warm and welcoming The Lafayette House, which is perched in the heart of Sussex County, is an exquisite restaurant that takes you back in time.... Letters to the Editor 17 Oct 2022 | 01:35
More on bears I am not a bear hunter, bear activist, or bear expert. In fact, I am neutral on the subject. But what I am is a resident... Letters to the Editor 23 Sep 2022 | 03:38
2022 Sussex County Senior of the Year Peg Behnke. Peg Behnke named Sussex County Senior of the Year Highland Lakes resident Peg Behnke was recognized as the 2022 Sussex County Senior of the Year for her work at Harvest House... Local News 19 Aug 2022 | 02:52
Sneaking into Wendy Stamer’s Sparta, NJ, birdfeeder. Locals bear with local bears In a survey of 550 readers, 91% responded that they’ve spotted at least one bear around town this year. Bears where? Readers... Local News 12 Aug 2022 | 02:09
SCCC Dean’s List, Spring 2022 Sussex County Community College recently announced the 420 students who showed the academic achievement required to make... Honor Roll/Dean's List 16 Jun 2022 | 09:50
Joseph J. Marhevka Joseph J. Marhevka, age 73, of Highland Lakes, passed away on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at The Valley Hospital in Ridgewood.... Obituaries 14 Jun 2022 | 11:28
Mass shootings and the Second Amendment In less than a month America has endured three mass shootings and over 30 deaths. In each case an assault-style weapon was... Letters to the Editor 07 Jun 2022 | 01:45
Daria Bonomini at one of her workshops (Photo provided) In a time of horror in Ukraine, Highland Lakes woman demonstrates her home country’s beauty Did you ever see a pysanka? They are Ukranian Easter eggs, and they are something to behold. Decorated in traditional folk... Local News 11 Apr 2022 | 04:20
Shepherds receive their instructions (Photo by Janet Redyke) Our Lady of Fatima parishioners tell the story of Christmas Highland Lakes. Our Lady of Fatima Church in Highland Lakes on Sunday held Las Posados (translated “The Inns”), a religious... Local News 14 Dec 2021 | 12:41
Dr. Gabby Catania at work with her rescue cat, Pickles, who has become “our mascot” at The Animal Hospital of Sussex County, according to business owner Dr. Ted Spinks. Allowing employees to bring their pets to work is one way his practice tries to help lower employees’ stress levels. (Photo provided) Local veterinarians are ‘overworked and overwhelmed’ Franklin, N.J., resident Lisa Kisch adopted her hound mix, Rosie, from a kill shelter last spring, she said, “not realizing... Local News 25 Oct 2021 | 02:20
Kudos for Dr. Castro and the paper To the Editor: There’s been a massive bombardment lately from those who arrogantly demand censorship to anything not aligned... Letters to the Editor 19 Sep 2021 | 08:54
“9/11 Memorial Lights at the Pond” (Franklin Borough Recreation Committee Facebook page) 9/11 remembrances in Vernon, Franklin, and Wantage 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony Mayor Howard Burrell will host a remembrance ceremony at 9 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park on Vernon... Local News 07 Sep 2021 | 01:45
Over the rainbow Highland Lakes. After a surprise shower, this rainbow arched over Highland Lakes’ Main Lake. (Photo by Janet Redyke) Local News 18 Jul 2021 | 06:10
