Newton recently joined other municipalities in Sussex County in hiring an in-house mechanic for fleet vehicle and DPW equipment maintenance and repair after choosing not to renew a contract with an independent repair shop. (Photo by Mandy Coriston) What’s driving mechanics away? A nationwide shortage of auto technicians is impacting our region, leading to a need for increased in-house municipal services,... Local News 27 Nov 2024 | 11:28
From left are Wallkill Valley Rotary Club member Steve Sokolowski; Jason Fruge, dean of technical occupations at Sussex County Community College; and SCCC president Jon Connolly. The club recently presented its Vocational Service Award to Fruge. The award goes to an individual in the community with a history of creating opportunities for others to develop occupational and vocational skills. (Photo provided) Fruge wins Vocational Service Award Local News 02 Dec 2023 | 09:31
