Sparta Education Foundation announces sixth annual cornament The Sparta Education Foundation will host its sixth annual SEF Cornament on Saturday, Aug. 29, at Station Park. The family-friendly... Local News 13 Jul 2026 | 04:20
Ronald P. Bailey Ronald P. Bailey, 86, of Sparta, N.J., loving husband of Patty Bailey and devoted father of the late Brian Bailey, passed... Obituaries 13 Jul 2026 | 02:42
Protecting Sparta’s character also means protecting its financial future Sparta is facing a financial reality that can no longer be ignored. The town’s available reserves have fallen from approximately... Letters to the Editor 13 Jul 2026 | 01:48
Margaret Schantz, Charlie Dougherty, and Florian Schantz perform. ( Photo: Nancy Madasci) Florian Schantz Jazz Combo performs patriotic concert The Florian Schantz Jazz Combo performed a program of patriotic music and audience sing-alongs during a concert hosted by... Entertainment 13 Jul 2026 | 01:21
Area athletes shine during college spring sports season Gaby Heim (Sparta High School) was a sophomore pitcher and played third base for the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (Troy,... Sports 13 Jul 2026 | 01:10
Kaylee Kelso completed her BSA Explorer Merit Badge while learning about a local hiking destination. Kelso earns BSA Explorer Merit Badge Local News 13 Jul 2026 | 01:03
Jürgen Strobel Jürgen Strobel, 86, of Hagerstown, Md.(formerly of Sparta, N.J.), passed away peacefully on Saturday June 13, 2026, at Doeys... Obituaries 13 Jul 2026 | 12:55
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
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
The Living Dogs ( Photo: Laz Creative Media) The Living Dogs bring rock ’n’ roll to O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill Friday, July 17th Erik Hein kicks off the night at Angeloni’s on Lake Mohawk, 7 Boardwalk, with grunge favorites, while singer-songwriter... Entertainment 09 Jul 2026 | 03:14
250th FIFA hosts This our celebratory anniversary year, To host the World Cup Football tournament with many a cheer. Forty-eight national teams... Letters to the Editor 09 Jul 2026 | 01:20
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
Marissa Post, 9, of Sparta threw out the first pitch at the Miners game. She plays for Sparta Diamonds travel softball team. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Miners rout Boulders during Waggy Wednesday fundraiser The Sussex County Miners defeated the New York Boulders 16-5 on July 1 at Skylands Stadium. The game featured the team’s “Waggy... Sports 06 Jul 2026 | 03:57
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.... Local News 06 Jul 2026 | 03:12
Catherine Kut ( Photo submitted) Realtor Catherine Kut earns Lifetime of Service Award Realty Executives Exceptional Realtors announced that Realtor and broker Catherine Kut has received Scouting America’s 2026... Business 06 Jul 2026 | 03:06
