Abigail Weisbeck of Spata earned her Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold Award. ( Photo submitted) Sparta teen earns both Eagle Scout and Girl Scout Gold awards Abigail Weisbeck of Sparta has earned both the Eagle Scout Award and Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honors in Scouting... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 04:21
The Newton High School Marching Band performs. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Jefferson Township marching band competition draws 12 ensembles Jefferson Township High School was filled with the sights and sounds of marching bands Saturday as the school hosted its... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 04:01
Our Lady of the Lake to hold Blessing of the Animals Our Lady of the Lake Church will hold a Blessing of the Animals at 2 p.m. Oct. 4 in celebration of the Feast of St. Francis... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 02:52
Shepherd of the Hills to host Blessing of the Animals Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church will host a Blessing of the Animals at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10, in the church parking... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 02:24
Katherine and Kennedy Kelly of Vernon draw. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sussex Christian School hosts annual Fall Festival Sussex Christian School hosted its annual Fall Festival on Sept. 19 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds, bringing families together... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 12:55
Trevor Current of "Life in Sussex" poses for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sussex County Day brings families to fairgrounds for community celebration Sussex County residents and visitors gathered Sunday, Sept. 20, for Sussex County Day 2026, a daylong community celebration... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 12:22
Ashley Ziccardi poses for a photo with Regab Ziccardi. ( Photo: Nancy Madasci) History, craft groups gather for day of exhibits, talks and cemetery tour A gathering of history and crafts organizations participated in a day highlighted by talks, cemetery tours, and entertainment... Local News 21 Sep 2026 | 11:53
Sparta seniors pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sparta hosts 2026 Tri-County Senior Olympics Sparta hosted the 2026 Tri-County Senior Olympics, bringing together senior athletes from Sparta, Randolph, West Milford,... Local News 18 Sep 2026 | 01:36
Sussex County to host 26th annual Salute to Military Veterans Sussex County will host its 26th annual Salute to Military Veterans Parade at 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, at the Richards Building... Local News 18 Sep 2026 | 01:00
SCCC’s Speakers Bureau is available to area organizations and schools. ( Photo submitted) SCCC launches free Skylands Speakers Bureau for community groups Sussex County Community College has launched the Skylands Speakers Bureau, a free community resource connecting local organizations... Local News 17 Sep 2026 | 03:31
The Sparta Fire Dept. Ladies' Auxiliary Barre and Bubbly event. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sparta fundraiser to benefit volunteer fire department Sparta residents on Sunday to supported the township’s volunteer firefighters during a fundraising event, The Sparta Fire... Local News 14 Sep 2026 | 01:53
Sparta United Methodist Church announces worship hours Sparta United Methodist Church invites the community to attend worship services at 8:45 and 10:30 a.m. Sundays. All are welcome.... Local News 14 Sep 2026 | 01:05
Master Ken’s Taekwondo students recognized for summer reading Master Ken’s Taekwondo students put their training discipline to work this summer by participating in XMAC’s annual Summer... Local News 14 Sep 2026 | 11:30
A screenshot from a recent Vernon Town Council meeting available on YouTube. Does your local government livestream and record its meetings? In the age of the internet and social media, many people look online for news and information. Long gone are the days of public... Evergreen 17 Sep 2026 | 12:52
Oral and dental health for mothers and young children will be discussed during the Family Connects NJ Baby Beginnings Fair hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency. ( Photo submitted) Project Self-Sufficiency to host Baby Beginnings Fair for new parents Expectant parents and families with young children are invited to attend a free Baby Beginnings Fair hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency... Local News 11 Sep 2026 | 01:57
