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Primary elections today

Primary elections today

Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 10 for the primary elections.

Both Democrats and Republicans will choose...

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10 Jun 2025 | 04:08
Participants in the 2025 New Jersey Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run arrive in Sparta about 8:50 a.m. Friday, June 6. More than 3,000 officers, running in 26 separate legs, were expected to take part statewide. (Photos by Maria Kovic)
Participants in the 2025 New Jersey Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run arrive in Sparta about 8:50 a.m. Friday, June 6. More than 3,000 officers, running in 26 separate legs, were expected to take part statewide. (Photos by Maria Kovic)

Photos: Law Enforcement Torch Run

Local News
10 Jun 2025 | 04:04
School taxes increase 2%

School taxes increase 2%

Taxpayers will pay 2 percent more in taxes under the 2025-26 budget approved by the Board of Education on May 1.

During a...

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07 Jun 2025 | 11:17
<b>Students cheer on their solar-powered cars in the Junior Solar Sprints on May 20 at Hershfield Park in Pompton Lakes. (Photo courtesy of Avenues in Motion)</b>
Students cheer on their solar-powered cars in the Junior Solar Sprints on May 20 at Hershfield Park in Pompton Lakes. (Photo courtesy of Avenues in Motion)

Green Hills, Ogdensburg teams among winners

A couple schools from Sussex County were among the winners in the Junior Solar Sprints, a STEM (science, technology, engineering...

Local News
05 Jun 2025 | 07:04

16 schools compete in track meet

Sixteen schools took part in the annual Sussex County Middle School Track Meet at Wallkill Valley Regional High School on...

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05 Jun 2025 | 05:43
School bond referendum set for Sept. 16

School bond referendum set for Sept. 16

The Sparta Township Public Schools plan to hold a bond referendum Tuesday, Sept. 16.

Voters will decide whether to finance...

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01 Jun 2025 | 12:19
A demonstration at the third annual Water Safety Fair on May 18 at Fairview Lake YMCA Camp in Stillwater. (Photos by Maria Kovic)
A demonstration at the third annual Water Safety Fair on May 18 at Fairview Lake YMCA Camp in Stillwater. (Photos by Maria Kovic)

Photos: Water Safety Fair

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03 Jun 2025 | 08:18
Deborah Prudenti Gianuzzi conducts a band concert at Sparta High School. She is retiring after a 34-year teaching career. (Photos provided)
Deborah Prudenti Gianuzzi conducts a band concert at Sparta High School. She is retiring after a 34-year teaching career. (Photos provided)

‘Music is for every kid’

For 34 years, Deborah Prudenti Gianuzzi has led with passion and purpose, shaping the music program and guiding generations...

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05 Jun 2025 | 08:26
Matthieu Patterson of Sparta throws an ax at a target at Sparta Day. (Photos by Maria Kovic)
Matthieu Patterson of Sparta throws an ax at a target at Sparta Day. (Photos by Maria Kovic)

Township celebration marks 50th year

Despite the rain, the Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta (JWCS) expected to raise about $15,000 at the 50th annual Sparta Day...

Local News
03 Jun 2025 | 07:49
Meet M&amp;M

Meet M&M

ABOUT

Male dog. 5 months old and 26 pounds.

Sparta

CHARACTERISTICS

M&M is very smart. He is treat-motivated and should be easy...

Pets
30 May 2025 | 01:45
<b>The Appalachian Trail passes through the Delaware Water Gap from Pennsylvania, runs atop the Kittatinny Ridge in New Jersey and hugs the New York border before turning northeast and crossing the Hudson River at Bear Mountain State Park. (Source: arcgis.com) </b>
The Appalachian Trail passes through the Delaware Water Gap from Pennsylvania, runs atop the Kittatinny Ridge in New Jersey and hugs the New York border before turning northeast and crossing the Hudson River at Bear Mountain State Park. (Source: arcgis.com)

Budget cuts could hurt Appalachian Trail

The Appalachian Trail. For many in this area, it means a trip up to Sunrise Mountain in Stokes State Forest, where on a clear...

Local News
05 Jun 2025 | 12:44
The Sparta High School marching band and color guard perform in the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26. (Photos by Nancy Madacsi)
The Sparta High School marching band and color guard perform in the Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 26. (Photos by Nancy Madacsi)

Photos: Memorial Day Parade

Local News
27 May 2025 | 04:44

Robotics team celebrates successes

The Sparta High School Robotics subteam 5249 Z “Mirage” finished qualifiers with a 5/5 record at the 2025 VEX Robotics World...

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26 May 2025 | 09:29
Residents look at entries in the sixth annual car show Saturday, May 24 at Sparta Evangelical Free Church. The proceeds benefit the Single Moms Oil Change Program. (Photos by Maria Kovic)
Residents look at entries in the sixth annual car show Saturday, May 24 at Sparta Evangelical Free Church. The proceeds benefit the Single Moms Oil Change Program. (Photos by Maria Kovic)

Photos: 6th annual car show at church

Local News
27 May 2025 | 08:24
UPDATED: Sparta Day is today

UPDATED: Sparta Day is today

More than 100 vendors, live entertainment, a food plaza, and a special Kid’s Country with activities and amusements will...

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31 May 2025 | 08:11
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