Billy Hector ( Photo: Billy Hector) Billy Hector headlines Sparta Free Summer Concert Series Friday, July 31 Dykstra Concert Park Playground, 4 Mohawk Ave., welcomes Billy Hector for the Sparta Free Summer Concert Series,... Entertainment 23 Jul 2026 | 01:08
Screenshot Melanie J. Griffiths Melanie J. Griffiths, age 49 passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026, at her residence. Born in Pequannock to Jerrold C. Monroe... Obituaries 17 Jul 2026 | 01:22
250th Farming Our Sussex County Agricultural Society, Fifty years age published a book on farm history. To honor our nation’s Bicentennial... Letters to the Editor 16 Jul 2026 | 01:25
From left, Adult Division 1st place winner, Kelcie Rivera of Hamburg, 2nd place, Angelina Valente of Franklin and 3rd place, Dianne Kollar of Sparta. ( Photo submitted) New Jersey State Fair talent show seeks contestants Organizers of the Sussex County Fair and Horse Show Talent Show are seeking contestants for this year’s competition, which... Entertainment 09 Jul 2026 | 03:33
The Living Dogs ( Photo: Laz Creative Media) The Living Dogs bring rock ’n’ roll to O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill Friday, July 17th Erik Hein kicks off the night at Angeloni’s on Lake Mohawk, 7 Boardwalk, with grunge favorites, while singer-songwriter... Entertainment 09 Jul 2026 | 03:14
250th FIFA hosts This our celebratory anniversary year, To host the World Cup Football tournament with many a cheer. Forty-eight national teams... Letters to the Editor 09 Jul 2026 | 01:20
Alani Nus and Red Bulls for sale at a youth soccer tournament where 9-year-olds were competing. Photo: Becca Tucker Schools on ‘high alert’ as energy drinks trigger health scares They’re landing kids in the nurse’s office and the emergency room, but super-caffeinated energy drinks are easily accessible... Evergreen 09 Jul 2026 | 10:31
Marissa Post, 9, of Sparta threw out the first pitch at the Miners game. She plays for Sparta Diamonds travel softball team. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Miners rout Boulders during Waggy Wednesday fundraiser The Sussex County Miners defeated the New York Boulders 16-5 on July 1 at Skylands Stadium. The game featured the team’s “Waggy... Sports 06 Jul 2026 | 03:57
250th Adversity This year is our country’s Anniversary, Surviving two hundred fifty years of adversity. Esteemed as the world’s center of freedom... Letters to the Editor 06 Jul 2026 | 09:43
Kenneth Leo Forsythe, Sr. Kenneth Leo Forsythe, Sr. age 79, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026m with his loving family by his side at his residence... Obituaries 26 Jun 2026 | 12:49
Burnt Leftovers ( Photo: Burnt Leftovers) Burnt Leftovers bring harmony-filled classic covers to Lafayette House Friday, July 3 Burnt Leftovers brings an evening of cover tunes to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, starting at 6 p.m. At... Entertainment 26 Jun 2026 | 12:14
Sussex County Library System offers summer reading, events and USA 250 programs The Sussex County Library System is inviting residents to take advantage of free programs, reading challenges and educational... Local News 25 Jun 2026 | 03:20
250th Woke WOKE is “to wake up” and learn about our nation’s history, Not just the laudatory but also the calamity. The good we’ve done... Letters to the Editor 25 Jun 2026 | 02:57
After Forever ( Photo: After Forever) After Forever celebrates Black Sabbath legacy Friday, June 26 Jeiris Cook entertains the dinner crowd at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m., while Nick Simone... Entertainment 19 Jun 2026 | 12:01
250th Princeton In our tri-state driving area within hours traveling time, Is Princeton Battlefield our history’s founding paradigm. A most... Letters to the Editor 18 Jun 2026 | 03:20