Pope John running back Luke Gialanella carries the ball in the season opener against DePaul on Saturday, Aug. 30. DePaul won, 31-3. (Photo by George Leroy Hunter) Football roundup: High Point beats Jefferson High Point Regional High School defeated Jefferson, 35-17, in the season opener there Saturday, Aug. 30. After a 30-yard field... Home 02 Sep 2025 | 07:31
More than 320 people register for the eighth annual Askin & Hooker Labor Day run/walk Monday, Sept. 1 in Sparta. (Photos by Maria Kovic) Photos: Labor Day 5K in Sparta Local News 02 Sep 2025 | 07:24
Real estate: A gem of a stone cottage This three-bedroom, two-bath beautifully maintained home is nestled on Lake Mohawk’s most desirable street. Stunning curbside... Business 02 Sep 2025 | 06:50
Real estate: Lakestyle home with pool access This three-bedroom, two-bath home is perfect for the outdoor enthusiast, and it happens to be in the highly desirable Alpine... Business 02 Sep 2025 | 06:50
Football preview: Mustangs coach focuses on conditioning Sussex County Technical School’s football team is gearing up for another memorable season in the Super Football Conference’s... Sports 02 Sep 2025 | 05:26
Sports roundup: Volleyball team starts season Thursday Sparta High School has been home to one of the top girls volleyball programs in the state during the past few seasons. The... Sports 02 Sep 2025 | 05:26
04 Law & Order. In brief DWI charge Emil Vanderpaauw, 62, of Hopatcong was charged with driving while intoxicated Aug. 24, Sparta police said. About... Police & Fire 01 Sep 2025 | 12:09
Kenneth Hynes The family of Kenneth R. Hynes is heartbroken to announce his passing on Friday, Aug. 29, 2025, at his home in Manahawkin.... Obituaries 01 Sep 2025 | 10:48
Renaissance Festival starts Saturday The eighth annual Sparta Renaissance Festival opens next weekend at Camp Sacajawea, 844 White Rock Lane. It will be open from... Local News 30 Aug 2025 | 10:58
School districts start using AI in the classroom As artificial intelligence (AI) tools continue to become more popular, school administrators, teachers and tech specialists... Back to School 29 Aug 2025 | 07:43
Terence McGreevy Terence T. McGreevy, formerly of Sparta, passed away peacefully on May 7, 2023, in San Diego, Calif. He was 88. Born to Gerald... Obituaries 29 Aug 2025 | 10:39
Blood drive today in Sparta Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, 246 Woodport Road, Sparta, will host a community blood drive from 1 to 7 p.m. Thursday,... Local News 28 Aug 2025 | 09:22
Newton-Lenape Valley’s Catherine Kramer. (Photo provided) Girls on the field, ice, mat As the face of female sports continues to change, girls of all ages are making a mark in ice hockey, flag football and wrestling,... Back to School 26 Aug 2025 | 05:35
A participant tosses a bag in the fifth annual Cornhole Tournament, benefiting the Sparta Education Foundation, on Sunday, Aug. 24. (Photosby Maria Kovic) Photos: Cornhole Tournament Local News 26 Aug 2025 | 02:23
Jessica DeBenedetto is not running for re-election to the Vernon Township Council. (Photo provided) Contested council races in Vernon, Sparta Four candidates have filed to run for three seats on the Vernon Township Council in the Nov. 4 election. The filing deadline... Home 26 Aug 2025 | 12:24
