Three friends from Franklin - Mike Parchomcik, Mike Concoy and Joe Auche - joined the Army in 1940 and shipped off to the Philippines. (Photo courtesy of Bill Parchomcik) Sussex County History Today: Bataan Death March Memorial Day weekend is upon us. Enjoy your picnics and parades. Speaking of parades, let’s talk about the Bataan Death March... Columns 16 May 2025 | 10:57
Sgt. Francis Glynn Sussex County History Today: What Memorial Day is for Hey, Memorial Day weekend. What are you doing? Having a picnic? Seeing a parade? Ah, hot dogs, birch beer soda and some traditional... Columns 19 May 2024 | 11:18
The call to colors acknowledged all branches of the military. (Photos by Janet Redyke) Highland Lakes turns red, white and blue “Praise God, what a beautiful day,” said James Opfer, master of ceremonies at the annual Memorial Day ceremony sponsored... Local News 29 May 2023 | 04:13
Pfc. Michael Concoy of Sussex County is buried in this cemetery in the Philippines. He died on July 13, 1942, in the Manila area during World War II. (Photos provided) Sussex County History Today: County residents who gave their lives for our country Memorial Day is a time to honor those who died in the service of our country in the military. Just as a note, Veterans Day... Columns 21 May 2023 | 05:48
A field of poppies. Memorial Day Memorial Day is traditionally considered to be the official opening of the summer season. People flock to the beaches, fire... Letters to the Editor 24 May 2022 | 11:01
