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Samantha and Sheri Getzandanner of Sparta pose for a photo.
Samantha and Sheri Getzandanner of Sparta pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Church carnival brings community together

Our Lady of the Lake Church’s annual Church Carnival brought parishioners and community members together for several days...

Local News
10 Jul 2026 | 01:13
<b>2026 graduates.</b>
2026 graduates. ( Photo submitted)

SCCC accreditation reaffirmed through 2034

Sussex County Community College has received reaffirmation of accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education...

Local News
09 Jul 2026 | 02:01

Libraries launch Reading Rocks program for young readers

The Sussex County Library System is partnering with Braen Stone and the Sussex County Miners to bring back the Reading Rocks...

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09 Jul 2026 | 01:52
<b>SCARC held a groundbreaking for a new facility on June 25.</b>
SCARC held a groundbreaking for a new facility on June 25. ( Photo submitted)

SCARC breaks ground on new residential home in Lafayette

SCARC has broken ground on a new residential home in Lafayette that will expand housing opportunities for individuals with...

Local News
09 Jul 2026 | 01:44
<b>Gloria Aulet, Project Self-Sufficiency, will host a workshop regarding adverse childhood experiences in Spanish.</b>
Gloria Aulet, Project Self-Sufficiency, will host a workshop regarding adverse childhood experiences in Spanish. ( Photo submitted)

Project Self-Sufficiency to offer free virtual workshops on childhood trauma, resilience

Project Self-Sufficiency will host a series of three free virtual workshops this summer designed to educate parents, caregivers...

Local News
09 Jul 2026 | 01:27
Sparta names July 4 house decorating contest winner

Sparta names July 4 house decorating contest winner

The RevolutionNJ Committee of Sparta has announced Kristen Decker as the winner of its Fourth of July House Decorating Contest....

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06 Jul 2026 | 03:12

Shepherd of the Hills to host ‘Rainforest Falls’ Vacation Bible School

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church will host its “Rainforest Falls” Vacation Bible School from July 20-24 at the church,...

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06 Jul 2026 | 03:01
The Ski Hawks perform a double pyramid.
The Ski Hawks perform a double pyramid. ( Photo: Nancy Madasci)

Ski Hawks light up Fourth of July with water ski show

The Lake Mohawk Ski Hawks presented their annual Fourth of July water ski show immediately following the Independence Day...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 02:58
Clara Bohm cools herself off during the parade.
Clara Bohm cools herself off during the parade. ( Photo: Nancy Madasci)

Sparta celebrates July 4 with parade

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 02:43
Marie Louise Johnson of Jupiter, Fla., Karen Westbrook of Stillwater, Renee Panten of Sparta, Lisa Lill of Morristown and Kathy Judge of Illinois pose inside a frame.
Marie Louise Johnson of Jupiter, Fla., Karen Westbrook of Stillwater, Renee Panten of Sparta, Lisa Lill of Morristown and Kathy Judge of Illinois pose inside a frame. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Sparta High School Class of 1976 celebrates 50th reunion

The Sparta High School Class of 1976 celebrated its 50th reunion July 3 with a “Decade of the 70s” gathering at Lake Mohawk...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 02:26
Sussex County Farmers and Crafters’ Market announces summer photo contes

Sussex County Farmers and Crafters’ Market announces summer photo contes

The Sussex County Farmers and Crafters’ Market is sponsoring a summer photography contest featuring barns and farm animals....

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 01:03
<b>From left, Amy Overman, JCP&amp;L Local Engagement Specialist; Andrew Saponara, FirstEnergy Environmental Coordinator; Tiffany Keil, JCP&amp;L Customer Account Specialist and Ray Vender, FirstEnergy Vegetation Management Specialist</b>
From left, Amy Overman, JCP&L Local Engagement Specialist; Andrew Saponara, FirstEnergy Environmental Coordinator; Tiffany Keil, JCP&L Customer Account Specialist and Ray Vender, FirstEnergy Vegetation Management Specialist ( Photo submitted)

Sussex County Community College, JCP&L plant 100 trees across campus

Sussex County Community College partnered with Jersey Central Power & Light and FirstEnergy’s New Jersey Green Team to plant...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 10:10

Sussex County to host Senior Day at New Jersey State Fair

The Sussex County Board of County Commissioners, Department of Health and Human Services and Division of Senior Services...

Local News
06 Jul 2026 | 09:48
Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker
Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker

Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares

They’re landing kids in the nurse’s office and the emergency room, but super-caffeinated energy drinks are easily accessible...

Evergreen
09 Jul 2026 | 10:31
Curvey and Belinda Purkett pose for a photo.
Curvey and Belinda Purkett pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Sparta VFW holds celebration

Local News
29 Jun 2026 | 01:50
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