A retired NJ Transit locomotive stored on the Lackawanna Cut-Off at Port Morris yard, Roxbury Township, New Jersey. ( Photo by “WallyFromColumbia”) Commissioners favor increasing rail transport to lessen Route 80 traffic The Sussex County Commissioners on September 14 came out in support of Amtrak’s Connects US Plan and participation in the... Local News 16 Sep 2022 | 04:39
Ron Tappen Ron Tappan appointed county administrator The Sussex County Commissioners on September 14 appointed a new county administrator to replace Gregory Poff, IV, who resigned... Local News 16 Sep 2022 | 04:16
Student essay contest announced to salute Sussex County military veterans The Sussex County Board of County Commissioners, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Senior Services and... Local News 06 Sep 2022 | 01:15
Researchers with the University of Washington take sediment samples around a confirmed ceremonial stone landscape on Overlook Mountain, NY. ( Photo courtesy Glenn Kreisberg) Native stones: Forgotten history in plain sight Hidden highways, road signs and rest stops lie beneath our feet, if you know where to look. Throughout the northeast, sometimes... Local News 01 Sep 2022 | 09:02
Murphy lifts routine COVID-19 testing requirement for certain settings Following recent updates from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) regarding COVID-19, Governor Phil Murphy signed... News 18 Aug 2022 | 04:36
Debbie Anderson, of Branchville, shows a PowerPoint presentation of the highlights of the Branchville Cemetery. ( Photo courtesy Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: State Fair roundup and other news One of the highlights of the year for me, and many others, is the Sussex County Fair, now also known as the New Jersey State... Columns 16 Aug 2022 | 10:58
The buses will help senior citizens travel to needed appointments. County to increase senior transportation options The Sussex County Commissioners on August 10 approved spending nearly $208,000 on the purchase of two minibuses for the Division... Local News 12 Aug 2022 | 04:48
For the first time in two years, local real estate agents are seeing price adjustments on their listings due to increased living costs and mortgage rates. Prices are starting to plateau and homes are seeing fewer offers than they were at this time last year. But those that are priced to sell or have highly desired amenities such as a swimming pool, like this West Milford listing, are still going for above asking and are getting multiple offers. Photo provided by Dawn Corbo, Weichert Realtors. Higher interest in local homes At first glance, it looks like housing costs are continuing to soar. In Sussex County, NJ, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom... Home 09 Aug 2022 | 01:41
Study for your next big career move using the Sussex County Library system’s online resources. Sussex County Library adds career prep resources The Sussex County Library System (SCLS) recently announced the addition of “Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep”... Local News 05 Aug 2022 | 12:01
A preliminary list of your Sussex County BOE candidates by region The November 8 general election will include the selection of school board of education candidates throughout the county.... Local News 04 Aug 2022 | 01:48
The historic Van Campen house during a past event. A look at Sussex County history today Every year, the Sussex County Commissioners provide funding for historical markers. Currently there are over 40 such markers... Columns 02 Aug 2022 | 11:21
Congressman Josh Gottheimer announces the Hometown Heroes for NJ’s Fifth Congressional District. Hometown Heroes receive well deserved honors More than 35 recipients throughout the state’s Fifth Congressional District received the US House of Representatives Congressional... Local News 01 Aug 2022 | 11:43
L-R: Sheriff Michael F. Strada, Supervising PST Brian Cannon, Supervising PST Shannon Quinn, and Director Mark Rozek. Sussex County Sheriff announces public safety promotions Sussex County Sheriff Michael F. Strada and Sussex County Communications Director Mark Rozek recently announced the promotion... Police & Fire 29 Jul 2022 | 10:16
SCCC Skylander student athletes receive All-Academic honors Sussex County Community College’s Skylander athletes work hard on and off the field. As a testament of their efforts, 30... Local News 22 Jul 2022 | 12:02
A group photo of those who attended the award ceremony on July 7. Sussex County Sheriff’s Office holds award ceremony honoring several members During an awards ceremony in the front of the Sussex County Courthouse on the morning of July 7, Sussex County Sheriff Michael... Police & Fire 11 Jul 2022 | 02:03
