Robert Ogden II, Esq., shown at his desk on his farm in Hardyston Township with his legacy, the Sparta Presbyterian Church, of which he was a founding member and supporter. (AI photo rendered on data by Bill Truran, who endorses it as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Robert Ogden II During this prelude to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we are looking at some of... Columns 12 Oct 2025 | 11:20
The Hill Memorial Museum in Newton is home to the Sussex County Historical Society. Sussex County History Today: Heritage Weekend One of the highlights of our history in Sussex County is the annual Heritage Weekend. This takes place in mid-October. This... Columns 02 Oct 2025 | 06:20
The annual service at the Old Clove Church in Wantage was Sunday, Sept. 21. (Photo by Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Old Clove Church service I am writing again this year about the Old Clove Church. The church in Wantage stands as a tribute to the past. While it... Columns 22 Sep 2025 | 10:39
Sussex County History Today: Voices of ’76 In this column, I answer questions about my new book, “Voices of ’76: Americans Speak of Our Freedom.” Question: What is your... Columns 21 Sep 2025 | 08:24
Sussex County Committee of Safety meeting during the Revolutionary War. (AI rendered on data from Bill Truran, who endorses it as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Committee of Safety During this prelude to the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, we examine people who were... Columns 14 Sep 2025 | 11:23
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
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
Moses DeWitt at the Battle of Minisink. (AI photo rendered on data by Bill Truran and endorsed as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Moses DeWitt As we leave summer and begin fall, it is the countdown to the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence on July... Columns 23 Aug 2025 | 12:53
The Sussex Fire Department in a 1909 parade. (Photo courtesy of Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Main Street, Sussex, Part II The guest historian this week is my friend from Sussex Borough, Mario Poggi, president of the Sussex-Wantage Historical Society.... Home 15 Aug 2025 | 10:23
Main Street in Sussex. (Photo courtesy of Mary Case) Sussex County History Today: Main Street, Sussex Borough This column is by a guest historian, my friend from Sussex Borough, Mario Poggi, who is president of the Sussex-Wantage Historical... Columns 10 Aug 2025 | 09:05
The Decker-Munson property will receive a historical marker. From left are Sussex County historian Bill Truran, Paul and Regina Downs, and county Commissioners Jack DeGroot and Bill Hayden. (Photos provided) Sussex County History Today: History awards at the fair A highlight of my service as the Sussex County historian is to recognize those action-oriented historians of our county.... Columns 03 Aug 2025 | 09:09
‘Fishing at Lake Grinnell’ along the railroad tracks with the ice house in front. (Photo courtesy of Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Meet me at the fair July is coming to a close and August is ready to burst upon us. August brings the annual fair that many of us look forward... Columns 25 Jul 2025 | 10:58
Painting called ‘The Battle of Bunker Hill.’ (Photo courtesy of the Library of Congress) Sussex County History Today: Battle of Bunker Hill As this column focuses on history and history related to Sussex County, we will dwell frequently on the 250th anniversary... Columns 21 Jul 2025 | 10:50
PW1 World War II veteran Mike Parchomcik in his uniform before the fighting began. (Photo courtesy of Bill Parchomcik) Sussex County History Today: Bataan Death March Part II Before Memorial Day, I wrote about three Franklin lads who joined the Army before World War II and were shipped off to the... Columns 12 Jul 2025 | 06:57
Sussex County History Today: Basketball dynasties In this column, the usual roles are reversed, and I answer questions about my new book, “Franklin High School: Two Basketball... Columns 03 Jul 2025 | 02:01
