Shepherd of the Hills to celebrate Rally Day Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Sparta will celebrate the start of its new Sunday School year with a special worship... Local News 27 Aug 2026 | 01:36
The Ministers of Apollo ( Photo submitted) Sparta Historical to present 18th-century program Sparta Historical will present an evening of 18th-century entertainment Sept. 10 featuring the Ministers of Apollo and a... Entertainment 27 Aug 2026 | 01:33
Spacious Colonial on over a half acre Built in 1960, this four bedroom, two-and-a-half bath sturdy colonial home was well built on a level lot and is definitely... Business 27 Aug 2026 | 01:27
Patricia J. Mason After 94 years, Patricia J. Mason peacefully left this world. She died after a brief illness at Bristol Glen in Newton, N.J.... Obituaries 24 Aug 2026 | 01:04
Sparta girls volleyball enters season with high expectations It’s time for some action as the regular season in the fast paced, back and forth sport of volleyball is about to begin across... Sports 24 Aug 2026 | 12:51
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
Jake Roggenkamp ( Photo: Jake Roggenkamp) Jake Roggenkamp to perform at Sparta Farmers Market Friday, Aug. 28 The Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, welcomes JP of PS Xperiment to the stage for a 6 p.m. set. At 7 p.m., Brian... Entertainment 20 Aug 2026 | 12:49
Members of the Marching Spartans wash a car. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Sparta Marching Spartans raise more than $1,100 for 2026 season The Sparta High School Marching Spartans raised more than $1,100 during a community car wash Aug. 16 as the 59-member band... Local News 17 Aug 2026 | 03:05
Maddie Sacchiero holds a photo of her mother, Mel Sacchiero. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Miles for Mel raises $10,000 for breast cancer care Family, friends, breast cancer survivors and those battling the disease gathered Aug. 16 at White Lake Fields in Sparta for... Local News 17 Aug 2026 | 02:55
Cordon Raquet ( Photo: Cardon Raquet) Cardon Raquet to perform at Lafayette House Saturday Friday, Aug. 21 Starting at 6 p.m., the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, welcomes Erika Sherger and her Americana-inspired tunes... Entertainment 17 Aug 2026 | 12:56
Sparta Elks to host ‘Brunch on the Boardwalk’ Sparta Elks Lodge No. 2356 will host a “Brunch on the Boardwalk” featuring food and community fellowship. The brunch costs... Local News 13 Aug 2026 | 04:09
A desirable Sparta home Spacious, updated and set on beautiful private property, this five bedroom, four-and-a-half bath home will surely measure... Business 13 Aug 2026 | 03:58
Sussex County Technical School wins $5,000 in T-Mobile sweepstakes Sussex County Technical School has won $5,000 through T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights $5K Fridays sweepstakes and now has... Sports 13 Aug 2026 | 03:48
250th Black Sabbath The frenzied pounding of heavy metal’s musical beat, Turns off sensitive ears to the lyrics soulful heartbeat. The daunting... Letters to the Editor 13 Aug 2026 | 01:18
