Art Fetzer and sons help prepare the barbecue. ( Photo submitted) Sussex County Board of Agriculture to host annual Chicken BBQ The Sussex County Board of Agriculture will host its traditional Chicken BBQ from 5 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 19, at the... Local News 28 Aug 2026 | 11:52
Children ride the carousel. ( Photo: Denise von Wilke) A day at the fair Local News 03 Aug 2026 | 10:00
2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the Sussex County Farm & Horse Show. Photos provided. Top 10 things to do at the New Jersey State Fair this year For more than 80 years, the fair has offered a variety of activities, and this year’s happenings are as exciting as ever.... Sponsored Content 17 Jul 2026 | 08:27
2025 Winning Photo (Diane Brunovosky) Sussex County photography exhibit celebrates 50 years The fair’s Photography in Sussex County exhibit has a patriotic theme this year: “Historic America 250.” The exhibit also... Features 14 Jul 2026 | 03:38
From left, Adult Division 1st place winner, Kelcie Rivera of Hamburg, 2nd place, Angelina Valente of Franklin and 3rd place, Dianne Kollar of Sparta. ( Photo submitted) New Jersey State Fair talent show seeks contestants Organizers of the Sussex County Fair and Horse Show Talent Show are seeking contestants for this year’s competition, which... Entertainment 09 Jul 2026 | 03:33
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
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
Sussex County seeks nominations for 2026 Senior of the Year The Sussex County Department of Health and Human Services Division of Senior Services is seeking nominations for the 2026... Local News 29 May 2026 | 11:22
Local garden club plans 2026 programs, spring events Members of a local garden club recently met to discuss plans and initiatives for 2026, focusing on educational programs,... Local News 20 Apr 2026 | 01:17
Eighth-grader Amelia Mohabir, who received a Young Historian award, describes how her teachers inspired her interest in history. Sussex County historian Bill Truran, center, and county Commissioner Jack DeGroot listen. (Photo by Judy Perentin) Sussex County History Today: Preserving history, applauding youth For me, a symbol of the essence of the spirit of Sussex County is the fair. Known by many as the Sussex County Fair and the... Columns 06 Aug 2024 | 08:09
Senior of the Year to be named Thursday The Sussex County Senior of the Year will be announced during Senior Day at the New Jersey State Fair. All the nominees will... Home 05 Aug 2024 | 08:28
Farm & Horse Show The annual Sussex County Farm & Horse Show, Once held at Selective’s grounds in Branchville long ago. Renamed the New Jersey... Letters to the Editor 01 Aug 2024 | 10:10
Don’t miss these 10 must-see attractions at the New Jersey State Fair As the tagline goes, there’s “always something happening” at the New Jersey State Fair-Sussex County Farm & Horse Show, from... Sponsored Content 30 Jul 2024 | 05:06
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-5, presents a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol to the Sussex County Senior of the Year, Annete Grieco of Hopatcong. (Photo provided) Grieco named Senior of the Year Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-5, presented a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol to Sussex County’s Senior of the Year, Annete Grieco,... Home 26 Aug 2023 | 11:23
