Robert McCaffrey, above, is charged with murdering Highland Lakes resident Lisa McBride in 1990. ( File photo) McCaffrey case headed to grand jury The state’s case charging Robert McCaffrey with the 1990 murder of Lisa McBride will be presented to a grand jury for potential... Local News 19 May 2026 | 10:31
Sparta proclaims May as Water Safety Month Mayor Dean Blumetti officially proclaimed May as Water Safety Month on May 12, underscoring the community’s commitment to... Local News 18 May 2026 | 03:24
The board of Spartans, Let's Eat poses for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Spartans, Let’s Eat hosts wine tasting fundraiser to support local families Spartans, Let’s Eat hosted a wine tasting fundraiser May 16, bringing community members together for an evening of wine,... Local News 18 May 2026 | 03:08
Tyler Barber poses with a fish. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sparta holds Trout Derby Local News 18 May 2026 | 02:55
Local breast cancer survivors celebrate during a previous Survivor Event at Project Self-Sufficiency. ( Photo submitted) Project Self-Sufficiency to host breast cancer survivor celebration June 6 Breast cancer survivors are invited to attend a free Survivor Celebration at Project Self-Sufficiency on June 6 from 10 a.m.... Local News 18 May 2026 | 11:59
A Mother's Day Beefsteak was held to benefit the Sussex County Arts and Heritage Council and The Center of Prevention and Counseling. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Common Ground Beefsteak Dinner raises funds for Sussex County nonprofits More than 120 guests gathered at the Byram Fire Department on May 17 for The Common Ground Beefsteak Dinner, a fundraising... Local News 18 May 2026 | 11:48
‘Girls Without Limits’ inspires future engineers at Sussex Tech A new generation of engineers is emerging in Sussex County through Sussex County Technical High School’s “Girls Without Limits”... Local News 15 May 2026 | 02:32
Sparta Elks to host Sussex County’s only Fourth of July parade The Sparta Elks Lodge announced the return of the Sparta Fourth of July Parade, which will celebrate the nation’s upcoming... Local News 15 May 2026 | 02:00
Kindergarten students at Hilltop Country Day School plant the season’s first vegetables in the school’s sustainable garden, a rarity in Northern New Jersey, where few schools maintain learning gardens. ( Photo: Hilltop Country Day School) Hilltop students celebrate spring Local News 15 May 2026 | 01:48
Nutritious meal planning for children and families will be discussed during the Family Connects NJ Baby Beginnings Fair hosted by Project Self-Sufficiency ( Photo submitted) Project Self-Sufficiency to host fair for parents and expectant mothers Nutrition expert Adaly Interian will lead a cooking demonstration and discuss meal planning for children and families during... Local News 14 May 2026 | 03:25
Sussex County Community College graduates. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) SCCC holds graduation Local News 14 May 2026 | 01:57
Members of the Knights of Columbus Council 588 collect food. ( Photo submitted) Knights of Columbus collects for local food banks Within a four-hour period on Saturday, the Knights of Columbus Council 588 of Sussex County collected more than 1,200 pounds... Local News 11 May 2026 | 03:54
Seniors eligible for free farmers market produce program The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services Division of Senior Services has announced the return of the Senior... Local News 11 May 2026 | 12:05
County announces veterans salute pin design contest Sussex County officials have announced the annual “Design a Pin Contest” for the 2026 Sussex County Salute to Military Veterans... Local News 11 May 2026 | 12:00
Methodist Church to host spring luncheon Frankford Plains United Methodist Church, 99 Plains Road, will host a spring luncheon at noon on June 2. The hot and cold... Local News 11 May 2026 | 11:55
