Sparta man arrested on DWI charge after traffic stop A 24-year-old Sparta man was arrested on a DWI charge early Aug. 15 after police said he was speeding and repeatedly crossed... Police & Fire 17 Aug 2026 | 03:08
Sparta Public Schools Board of Education President Kaitlin Gagnon, left, speaks as Superintendent Matthew Beck looks on. ( Photo: Sofia DiSefano) Sparta school officials denounce fake job posting, share Milton Preschool updates Sparta Public School District Officials denounced a fake job posting that caused commotion during its July 16 meeting at... Local News 17 Jul 2026 | 01:42
From left, Former Assemblyman Dick Kamin, Assemblyman Michael Inganamort, Debbie LaRose, and former Sparta Township Mayor Michael LaRose. ( Photo submitted) Former political rivals reunite to honor Michael LaRose Former political rivals Dick Kamin and Michael LaRose reunited July 7 to recognize LaRose for his years of service to the... Local News 16 Jul 2026 | 04:07
Missing juvenile found safe after multi-agency search A missing juvenile was found unharmed on July 8 after an extensive multi-agency search that began in Sparta Township and... Local News 14 Jul 2026 | 12:11
Sparta Council advances search for township manager amid budget debate The Sparta Township Council meeting on June 9 featured discussion about the township’s amended budget and a heated debate... Local News 15 Jun 2026 | 02:26
Sparta proclaims May as Water Safety Month Mayor Dean Blumetti officially proclaimed May as Water Safety Month on May 12, underscoring the community’s commitment to... Local News 18 May 2026 | 03:24
Sparta bans detention centers in all zoning districts Sparta Township Council unanimously adopted an ordinance on March 10 prohibiting detention or correctional centers in every... Local News 16 Mar 2026 | 11:40
Sparta Day 2025 ( Photo submitted) Vendor registration open for Sparta Day The Junior Woman’s Club of Sparta and title sponsor First Hope Bank announced that vendor registration is now open for the... Local News 02 Mar 2026 | 12:29
Sparta Council moves to ban detention and correctional facilities Sparta Township officials took a step Tuesday toward banning all detention, correctional and other carceral facilities within... Local News 02 Mar 2026 | 12:19
Marijuana growing at a Pharmacann facility in Montgomery, NY, which supplies dispensaries. Photo: Michael Bloom As cannabis shops multiply, some towns say enough is enough When New York and New Jersey legalized cannabis sales in 2021, the move set off rapid regional growth in an industry once... Local News 04 Feb 2026 | 02:02
Harlem Wizards players perform. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Harlem Wizards come to Sparta Local News 02 Feb 2026 | 02:00
Sparta officials honor storm response, address detention center concerns Sparta Township officials opened their recent council meeting by thanking local departments for their work during last weekend’s... Local News 02 Feb 2026 | 01:03
Dalva Garcia of Sparta enjoys the snow on Monday. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Snow day in Sparta Local News 26 Jan 2026 | 04:26
Sparta Council appoints Dean Blumetti mayor for 2026 The Sparta Township Council on Jan. 6 appointed Dean Blumetti as mayor for 2026 in a 4-1 vote. Following the oath of office,... Local News 12 Jan 2026 | 12:35
Sparta residents press council on billing, permit delays, veterans tax ordinance Sparta Township residents voiced concerns on Dec. 11 about a bill regarding a Trails Committee matter. Speakers questioned... Local News 15 Dec 2025 | 02:16
