Data source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services A look at local COVID data as updated vaccines arrive As cold and flu season approaches, COVID-19 is on the rise nationwide. The most prevalent variant, EG.5 (nicknamed “Eris”)... Local News 18 Sep 2023 | 01:09
Rowan and Isaac Martens reading at home in Minisink, N.Y. The Martens were first in their town to sign up for a Port Jervis, N.Y., library card, but because it’s a 19-minute drive, they rarely get there. Now, with newly limited access, it becomes still less convenient, but the Martens plan to make the effort to go this summer. “I want my kids to have the library experience,” Melissa Martens said, “even if it’s not convenien.” Photo by Melissa Martens. Crossing state lines for a library book Getting a book from the library seems like one of those inalienable American rights, but a pocket of Orange County, N.Y.,... Local News 06 Jul 2023 | 01:09
From left, employees Ethan, Zac and Jolie await customers at Polar Bear Ice Cream in Matamoras, Pa. (Photos by Hunter Sickler) Teens search for jobs; employers get picky Local teens report they cannot find summer jobs or ones that pay enough. Employers say they are having trouble finding summer... Local News 12 Jun 2023 | 12:52
Lorraine Davis Lorraine Davis of Lords Valley, Pa., passed away, February 12, 2023 at Karen Ann Quinlan Home for Hospice, Fredon Township,... Obituaries 16 Feb 2023 | 12:36
Museum Village at night. ( Photo by Dan Pacella) Spooky tales and frightful encounters - a glimpse of our haunted history A strange knock in the dead of night. A disembodied whisper that seems to beckon you. Shadows that move without the direction... Local News 23 Oct 2022 | 08:48
Shoplifting in the era of heavy surveillance Sometimes it’s a frazzled mom with kids in tow who’s fed up with a self-checkout machine that just won’t scan the sliced... Local News 19 Jul 2022 | 12:03
Harmony in Motion Chorus at Sparta Day. Harmony in Motion is back in action! Harmony in Motion, a women’s a cappella four-part harmony chorus based in Sussex County, has had a busy season... with more... Entertainment 08 Jul 2022 | 01:12
SCCC Dean’s List, Spring 2022 Sussex County Community College recently announced the 420 students who showed the academic achievement required to make... Honor Roll/Dean's List 16 Jun 2022 | 09:50
How to expand your living space when building costs are through the roof After a year of being cooped up at home, everyone is looking to expand their living space. But the cost of building materials... Sponsored Content 15 Jun 2022 | 01:41
Above the Rest Home Care expands services Above the Rest Transport, LLC, a Sparta-based family owned and operated company specializing in non-emergency medical transportation,... Business 29 Apr 2022 | 02:11
Katlyn (left) and Kristin Albrecht performing together for the first time (Photo by Frances Ruth Harris) ‘The Time’s Right’ celebrates first open mic in two years Fifty people, sitting in close quarters, clutched their cups of coffee and aromatic tea and nibbled on sweet treats. They... Entertainment 30 Mar 2022 | 06:19
RS Landscaping LLC firewood ( Photo by Rob Scheuermann) ‘Wood-burning heat is cheap, but it kills’: Architect and others weigh alternatives As prices for natural gas, propane and oil soar, many turn to old-fashioned wood to heat their homes. But there’s a problem.... Local News 22 Mar 2022 | 01:06
Milton Wesley Bailey An intimate look into the life of Milford hero Milton Bailey The public has a rare opportunity to learn about the honorable life of a soldier from Milford, the only man from Pike County... Entertainment 16 Mar 2022 | 09:29
Get ready to give up your guns To the Editor: Get ready to give up your guns! The Supreme Court recently handed down a decision that the Texas Supreme court... Opinion 16 Mar 2022 | 04:18
Some of the early birds at TriVersity's open house. (Photo by Frances Ruth Harris) The joy of getting to know others, and yourself too, at TriVersity’s first-Saturday open house TriVersity-The Pride Center held its first-Saturday open house on March 5. There was standing room only as people kept coming.... Entertainment 09 Mar 2022 | 05:46
