Singer-songwriter Julia Kirk plays Thursday, Oct. 23 at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta. (Photo by Ashley McNamee) Live music: Seals, Calamari Sisters at Newton Theatre Friday, Oct. 17 Mingo Lodge kicks things off with a solo set at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, offering his signature... Entertainment 14 Oct 2025 | 03:07
Today is voter registration deadline To vote in the Nov. 4 election, residents must be a registered voter of the county and state. The deadline to register is... Home 14 Oct 2025 | 07:15
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
Almost Autumn plays Saturday night at McQ’s Pub at Lake Lenape in Newton. (Photo courtesy of Almost Autumn) Live music at fall festivals Friday, Oct. 10 Ciro Patti brings his sound to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. Rene Avila makes his debut at Skylands... Entertainment 06 Oct 2025 | 09:52
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
Frenzy Band plays Friday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Frenzy Band) Live music: Southern rock, blues and bluegrass Friday, Oct. 3 Dani & Ally perform at 6 p.m. at the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, with a set spanning from Fleetwood Mac to... Entertainment 30 Sep 2025 | 04:34
Fully Loaded, a female-fronted party band, plays Saturday night at Brick & Brew in Franklin. (Photo courtesy of Fully Loaded) Live music: Tributes to Seger, Stewart planned Friday, Sept. 26 Sue Polcer brings her sound to the Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. The Flower Power ’60s Dance kicks... Entertainment 23 Sep 2025 | 06:43
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
Patriotic essay contest for grades 6-8 Sussex County students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to submit a patriotic essay in a contest is held to commemorate the annual... Local News 21 Sep 2025 | 04:26
A Montessori-style “studio” of the youngest learners at Ascend Academy, which opened in 2020. ( Photo by Becca Tucker) School options ‘born from necessity’ “We’re praying to outgrow this space,” said Stephanie Reinertsen, a former public high school English teacher who opened... Local News 18 Sep 2025 | 02:37
James Predmore James A. Predmore, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend, passed away peacefully at Newton... Obituaries 17 Sep 2025 | 05:51
Mile 39 plays Saturday night at Skylands Craft Beer & Wine Garden in Wantage. (Photo courtesy of Mile 39) Live music: Newton Theatre welcomes Swifties Friday, Sept. 19 Brian McLoughlin brings his sound to Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, at 6 p.m. Sunset View Farm, 27 Pierce... Entertainment 17 Sep 2025 | 09:13
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
Joseph Meister III Joseph Meister III passed away on Sept. 4, 2025, at Newton Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was 59. Born... Obituaries 14 Sep 2025 | 09:44
The Living Dogs play Saturday night at O’Reilly’s Pub & Grill in Newton. (Photo courtesy of the Living Dogs) Live music: Red Hot Chilli Pipers at Newton Theatre Friday, Sept. 12 The Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, welcomes Ciro Patti at 6 p.m. for a solo set. Roxon keeps the night buzzing... Entertainment 10 Sep 2025 | 10:24
