Sussex County History Today: Battle of Yorktown In 1781, a large military operation began that would bring an end to the American Revolution. It began not with cannon fire,... Columns 28 Aug 2026 | 12:13
Edward C. Maske Edward C. Maske, 79 of Sparta, N.J., passed away on Monday, Aug. 24, 2026. Edward was born in Jersey City, N.J., to Charles... Obituaries 27 Aug 2026 | 02:07
Bill McGowan performs ith other musicians. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Shepherd of the Hills hosts outdoor summer concert Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Sparta hosted a special outdoor summer concert Aug. 21 featuring Bill McGowan of... Entertainment 24 Aug 2026 | 12:42
Staff members at Garden Grove Preschool pose for a photo. ( Photo submitted) Garden Grove Preschool earns Grow NJ Kids accreditation Garden Grove Preschool in Sparta has earned accreditation through Grow NJ Kids, recognizing the center’s commitment to early... Business 20 Aug 2026 | 01:35
NJ Polo will host a match at the Grayfields Polo Club to raise funds for Project Self-Sufficiency. ( Photo submitted) Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic returns The second annual Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic will be held Sept. 12 at Grayfields Polo Club in Allamuchy, raising... Local News 20 Aug 2026 | 12:43
Sussex County History Today: Battle of Springfield The Battle of Springfield was one of the last major engagements of the Revolutionary War fought in the northern colonies,... Columns 17 Aug 2026 | 12:44
What’s on the school menu School food service directors across the region must contend with increasing supply costs and funding cuts. Despite the challenges,... Back to School 13 Aug 2026 | 01:40
Sussex County Commissioners pass election integrity resolution Following Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s revelation that thousands of ineligible voters were registered to vote at Motor Vehicle Commission... Local News 11 Aug 2026 | 02:54
2026 North Jersey Lifeguard Champs- Green Pond ( Photo submitted) Green Pond lifeguards win 2026 North Jersey rescue competition Lifeguards from three North Jersey lakes put their water rescue skills to the test at the 2026 North Jersey Lifeguard Competition... Local News 10 Aug 2026 | 12:25
A screen time epidemic: The culprit is in the classroom Most children can attest to having heard adults complain about kids these days: they can’t function without a screen in front... Back to School 07 Aug 2026 | 12:20
Sussex County History Today: Battle of Monmouth A brief overview here. The British, led by Sir Henry Clinton, were evacuating Philadelphia to return to New York City. Washington... Columns 03 Aug 2026 | 01:46
Liam McQueeny, Michael Egger and Jaxon Hiler pose for a photo. ( Photo submitted) Three area players compete in Baseball Youth All-American Games Three area youth baseball players recently competed in the 2026 Baseball Youth All-American Games in Panama City Beach, Fla.... Sports 03 Aug 2026 | 01:26
Sofia Billich ( Photo submitted) Sparta student to lobby Congress on clean energy, lower utility costs As more frequent periods of extreme heat drive up electricity demand and put pressure on the power grid, many families across... Local News 23 Jul 2026 | 01:35
Billy Hector ( Photo: Billy Hector) Billy Hector headlines Sparta Free Summer Concert Series Friday, July 31 Dykstra Concert Park Playground, 4 Mohawk Ave., welcomes Billy Hector for the Sparta Free Summer Concert Series,... Entertainment 23 Jul 2026 | 01:08
Sussex County History Today: Battle of Quinton’s Bridge As an overview, we are looking now at the year 1778. The British are in Philadelphia. The Battle of Quinton’s Bridge, fought... Columns 23 Jul 2026 | 12:37
