Col. John Seward on his farm with log cabin, split-rail fence and horse. (AI photo rendered on data by Bill Truran, who endorses it as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Col. John Seward During this prelude to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are looking at some of... Columns 07 Sep 2025 | 10:58
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
Phoebe Ogden working for the Patriot cause. (AI rendered on data from Bill Truran and endorsed as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Phoebe Hatfield Ogden During this prelude to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are looking at some local... Columns 31 Aug 2025 | 01:22
Y offers Veterans Wellness Initiative The Sussex County YMCA again will offer the Veterans Wellness Initiative, beginning the week of Sept. 22. The free program... Home 30 Aug 2025 | 02:51
Sussex County YMCA’s next Livestrong program starts Sept. 2. (Photos provided) Y launches program for cancer survivors When Kathlyn Moore first visited the Sussex County YMCA, she only intended to sign up her son for swim lessons. After a conversation... Local News 13 Aug 2025 | 07:10
Linda Rembish Linda Rembish went home to be with her Savior on Aug. 3, 2025, her 79th birthday. She was born in Passaic to Elizabeth (Dahnert)... Obituaries 05 Aug 2025 | 09:08
Dawn VanWhy Dawn Marie VanWhy of Hardyston passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Newton Medical Center. She was 60. Born in Pequannock... Obituaries 31 Jul 2025 | 09:14
Andrew Smith Andrew M. Smith of Hardyston passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, after a lengthy illness. He was 55. Born in Orange, Andrew... Obituaries 04 Jul 2025 | 06:14
Y offers water-safety program The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges will offer its annual Safety Around Water Week program at no cost to families again... Home 19 Jun 2025 | 07:18
The Monroe one-room schoolhouse in Hardyston. (Photo courtesy of Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Raising the flag An American tradition is to honor our country on Flag Day, June 14. This year, the holiday falls on a Saturday. Flag Day commemorates... Columns 06 Jun 2025 | 10:50
Daniel Titus Daniel Edward Titus passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Saturday, May 24, 2025. He was 69. Born to... Obituaries 26 May 2025 | 11:33
Aaron Stone and Carly Trovato receive scholarships from the Sussex County Young Republicans. (Photo provided) 2 receive scholarships Carly Trovato of Hardyston and Aaron Stone of Green Township were awarded the first scholarships presented by the Sussex... Local News 24 May 2025 | 12:19
UPDATED: Power restored in Vernon Power had been restored to most Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) customers in Vernon by early Wednesday, May 14, Nearly... Local News 14 May 2025 | 06:27
Looking back and ahead 50 years On Flag Day 1976, my fifth-grade social studies class at Lounsberry Hollow School in Vernon held a special outdoor program.... Letters to the Editor 25 Apr 2025 | 10:40
YMCA to hold Healthy Kids Days The Sussex County YMCA is hosting its annual Healthy Kids Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 26 at the Y, 15 Wits... Local News 24 Apr 2025 | 07:17
