Side by side comparison of REAL ID and standard identification cards. ( New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.) ‘Real I what?’ New federal ID requirement little known ahead of deadline “Real I what?” Standing in the parking lot of the Newton Motor Vehicle Agency, William Davis, 35, of Columbia, looks slightly... Local News Oct 22 2019 | 02:28 PM
Arthur Bilenker's life changed in the blink of an eye on July 3, 2017 when a pickup truck rolled over onto him, paralyzing him. This week a fundraiser was held to help him and his family. ( Photo provided) Project Help raises $20,000 for Arthur Bilenker and family In a split second retired Col. Arthur Bilenker's life changed forever. On July 3, 2017 while on his way to emcee the Jaycee... News Oct 20 2019 | 09:55 PM
Cheryl Krouse (L), Director of Community Outreach for Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D NJ5) presents American Legion Lt. Charles A. Meyer Post 86 Post Commander Tony Gallopo (R) with a flag that was previously flown over the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C. on Monday, Oct 14, 2019. ( Mandy Coriston) American Legion receives flag flown at Capitol Building American Legion Lt. Charles A. Meyer Post 86 received a flag on Monday, Oct 14, a gift from Congressman Josh Gottheimer’s... Local News Oct 19 2019 | 07:40 PM
Oct. 17, 2019 League of Municipalities Meeting at the Mohawk House in Sparta. ( Mandy Coriston) League of Municipalities caps off year with talk of county-wide issues, upcoming census A small contingent of the Sussex County League of Municipalities gathered for its final local meeting of 2019 at the Mohawk... Local News Oct 19 2019 | 07:20 PM
Do ballot questions look like gobbledygook to you? LWVNJ is ready to help Election Day is fast approaching, but as you ponder who to vote for, you may realize you aren't even sure who's running.... Local News Oct 19 2019 | 02:51 PM
Hispanic Chamber calls on NJ to expand licenses In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the Statewide Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of New Jersey (SHCCNJ) again released a letter... Local News Oct 16 2019 | 02:05 PM
The Touw family stopped working long enough to pose for a family portrait. From left: Jason Touw, holding his son, Owen, 4; daughter Baylie, 12; and Kristin, holding son, Emmett, 16-months old. With them are two eight-month-old calves that Baylie just adores, along with her two rabbits, which she’s often seen carrying around in a basket. Baylie is already a big help on the farm. Missing from the photo is seventeen-year-old Samuel, who was working at the time. ( Geri Corey) Touw family may be uprooted from the farm they call home Jason and Kristin Touw, along with their four children, live in fear of losing the farm they’ve come to love. Jason is working... Local News Oct 17 2019 | 08:10 PM
Trunk or Treat At 2 p.m. until 4: 30 p.m. on Thursday October 31, Halloween, the Realty Executives Sparta Branch Office hosts its 6th annual... Local News Oct 14 2019 | 01:54 PM
Parents invited to discussion on importance of kids' playtime Discuss the Importance of Play for Children at Project Sussex KiParents and community members are invited to discuss the... Local News Oct 10 2019 | 08:10 PM
U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer views damage that remains from the December 2018 fire in Brookside Terrace apartments. ( Photo provided) Gottheimer visits Brookside Terrace, calls for HUD to address fire codes On Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2019, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ 5) visited the Brookside Terrace Apartments in Newton, after... Local News Oct 15 2019 | 10:50 AM
Lake Mohawk Country Club (LMCC) parking lot. ( Meghan Byers) LMCC lot closure stirs controversy Rumors and controversy have abounded in the Sparta community since the Lake Mohawk Country Club announced last week, through... Local News Oct 11 2019 | 05:21 PM
The Junior Woman's Club of Sparta. ( Photo provided) Junior Woman's Club mixer The Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta (JWCS) will host a social mixer at 7 to 8 p.m. at St. Moritz Bar & Grill in Sparta on Monday,... Local News Oct 09 2019 | 06:05 PM
Open position Byram Township has an open clerical position with a minimum of 25 hours per week. Must be organized, detailedoriented and... Local News Oct 08 2019 | 01:39 PM
A Sussex Muster fire equipment competition is scheduled for Oct 13 at SCCC. ( Photo provided) Public safety equipment display Sussex County Community College’s Public Safety Training Academy will be the site for the 11h annual Sussex County Muster... Local News Oct 08 2019 | 01:14 PM
Toddlers and seniors take part in a Generations music class, led by Heather Donnelly of Sing A Song NJ, at the Bentley Assisted Living Facility in Branchville on Friday, Oct 4, 2019. ( Mandy Coriston) Song and dance unites toddlers and seniors Heather Donnelly’s voice rings brightly in the sunlit front room of the Bentley Assisted Living Facility in Branchville as... Local News Oct 07 2019 | 06:07 PM
