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<b>Viola Judge, Kristy Zierenberg, Keri and Phil Brodhecker, all of Newton, pose for a photo.</b>
Viola Judge, Kristy Zierenberg, Keri and Phil Brodhecker, all of Newton, pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Augusta. The annual Rock, Ribs & Ridges festival was held at the Sussex County Fairgrounds from June 26-28.

Fairgrounds hosts Rock, Ribs & Ridges

29 Jun 2026 | 12:33
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<b>Alen Spector won the Open Award for Two Birds.</b>
Alen Spector won the Open Award for "Two Birds." ( Photo: Nancy Madasci)

Skylands juried art exhibit opens with awards for regional artists

29 Jun 2026 | 12:18

The Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council is celebrating its 55th year of promoting arts and culture...

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<b>Project Self-Sufficiency honored individuals, businesses, and organizations for their extraordinary volunteer efforts during the past year.</b>
Project Self-Sufficiency honored individuals, businesses, and organizations for their extraordinary volunteer efforts during the past year. ( Photo submitted)

Project Self-Sufficiency honors volunteers, community partners

29 Jun 2026 | 11:57

Project Self-Sufficiency recently honored volunteers, businesses, schools and community organizations...

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Pictured are Sandra Andrade, Sparta Elks Treasurer, Abigail Weisbeck, Ling Mei Chen, Patrice Kullmann, Sparta Elks Scholarship Committee.
Pictured are Sandra Andrade, Sparta Elks Treasurer, Abigail Weisbeck, Ling Mei Chen, Patrice Kullmann, Sparta Elks Scholarship Committee. ( Photo submitted)

Sparta Elks award scholarships to two graduating seniors

26 Jun 2026 | 12:44

Sparta Elks Lodge No. 2356 awarded two $1,000 Most Valuable Student Scholarships to graduating Sparta...

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N.J. Polo Invitational raises support for Pass It Along

N.J. Polo Invitational raises support for Pass It Along

26 Jun 2026 | 12:31

More than 2,000 people gathered at Grayfields Polo Club on June 20 for the NJ Polo June Invitational,...

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Teagan Smith named Miss Frankford 2026

26 Jun 2026 | 12:22

Teagan Marie Smith has been named Miss Frankford 2026.

Claire Elizabeth Gushea was selected as first runner-up....

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Burnt Leftovers bring harmony-filled classic covers to Lafayette House

26 Jun 2026 | 12:14

Friday, July 3

Burnt Leftovers brings an evening of cover tunes to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, starting...

Troop 1150 members earn Expedition Merit badges on Pochuck Boardwalk hike

Troop 1150 members earn Expedition Merit badges on Pochuck Boardwalk hike

Kaylee Kelso and Barbara Hackett, members of Troop 1150, earned their Expedition Merit badges by hiking the Pochuck Boardwalk,...

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25 Jun 2026 | 03:47
<b>Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice executive director Lee Ellison, center, accepts a check donation from First Hope Bank Senior Vice President Deena Smith and President/Chief Executive Officer/Chairman of the Board Daniel Beatty.</b>
Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice executive director Lee Ellison, center, accepts a check donation from First Hope Bank Senior Vice President Deena Smith and President/Chief Executive Officer/Chairman of the Board Daniel Beatty. ( Photo submitted)

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice receives $5,000 grant from First Hope Bank

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice has received a $5,000 grant from First Hope Bank to support the nonprofit’s mission of providing...

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25 Jun 2026 | 03:06
Celebrate Independence Day: Local festivals and events

Celebrate Independence Day: Local festivals and events

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Multi-Day Events:

Red, White and Boom Weekend: July 3-4

Celebrate with back-to-back nights of fireworks expected...

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23 Jun 2026 | 11:06
<b>Kappa Nu Nu chapter pose for a photo.</b>
Kappa Nu Nu chapter pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

H3AL Network holds 6th annual Juneteenth celebration

H3AL Network held its sixth annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 20, on the outdoor grounds of Sussex County Community...

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22 Jun 2026 | 12:15
Sparta High School seniors after marching into the graduation ceremony.
Sparta High School seniors after marching into the graduation ceremony. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Sparta graduates over 250 seniors

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19 Jun 2026 | 01:28
Kate McCall, Julia Juan and Bella Fernandez were awarded scholarships from Sparta United Methodist Church.
Kate McCall, Julia Juan and Bella Fernandez were awarded scholarships from Sparta United Methodist Church. ( Photo submitted)

Sparta United Methodist Church awards inaugural diversity scholarships

Sparta United Methodist Church has awarded $6,000 in scholarships to three Sussex County students through the inaugural year...

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19 Jun 2026 | 01:18
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