Harrison Shauger was born with a congenital heart defect. He died at age 6 in 2013. (Photos provided) Toy drive ends today Lakeland Pools & Spas is holding its 12th annual toy drive in memory of Harrison Shauger. Harrison was born Aug. 2, 2006,... Local News 26 Jul 2024 | 08:15
Much of the Perciballis’ food comes straight from their backyard in Lafayette. Their garden will be one of more than a dozen to see on the Kitchen Garden Tour on Sunday, July 28. (Photos provided) Kitchen Garden Tour will be Sunday Local backyard food growers will open up their garden gates for Dirt magazine’s Kitchen Garden Tour on Sunday, July 28. This... Home 23 Jul 2024 | 05:03
This memorial plaque dedicated in November to Jason Rinker has been removed. (File photo) UPDATED: Mayor explains why memorial removed Mayor Anthony Rossi asked for a memorial for Jason Rinker at the pump track to be removed but not for it to be destroyed,... Local News 23 Jul 2024 | 11:08
Rep. Josh Gottheimer, left, with former Vernon Mayor Howard Burrell. (Photo provided) Burrell among Hometown Heroes Former Vernon Mayor Howard Burrell and a group of health-care professionals in Newton Medical Center’s Emergency Department... Local News 20 Jul 2024 | 12:12
Vernon’s Stairway to Heaven from Route 94. (Photo by Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: You can’t top this One of my major goals when I began this column was to inform readers about the history of our area. Another was to highlight... Columns 19 Jul 2024 | 02:08
Serene log home in Highland Lakes With lovely gardens and majestic lake views, you’ll feel right at home in this three bedroom, one bathroom log. It fits right... Business 19 Jul 2024 | 07:31
From left are Lisa DeRitter, Fran Gianalella, MJ Palmer, Judy Phillips, Maria Dorsey, Donna Maher, Linda Hibbert and Fran Janusko. (Photo provided) Woman’s Club chooses officers The Vernon Township Woman’s Club has chosen co-presidents for the first time in its 52 years. Lisa DeRitter and Fran Gianalella... Local News 16 Jul 2024 | 06:47
Brianna Kimmel’s car after her accident on Philipsburg Road. (Photo by Brianna Kimmel) Danger on the roads We often blame outside elements for the cause of car accidents — snow, sharp turns, flooding — but according to our first... Evergreen 15 Jul 2024 | 09:46
Mayor: Ex-Playboy hotel property sold The property on Route 517 in Vernon, previously known as the Playboy Hotel and the Legends Resort, has been sold to an affiliate... Local News 13 Jul 2024 | 08:56
The Vernon United U14 boys soccer team won back-to-back Vernon United League Cup championships, three straight flight titles and are on a 27-game winning streak. (Photo provided) Vernon United League Cup champs Sports 13 Jul 2024 | 06:49
Michael Petrulak Michael Robert Petrulak of Vernon passed away on Sunday, July 7, 2024, with his family at his side after a brief illness... Obituaries 08 Jul 2024 | 11:04
From left, Vernon Township Woman’s Club education chairwoman Valerie Seufert; scholarship recipients Owen Young, Michael Evanick and Zack Mountain; and club member Lisa Murphy. (Photos provided) 6 awarded scholarships The Vernon Township Woman’s Club has presented six high school graduates with scholarships to continue their education. The... Local News 07 Jul 2024 | 05:02
Seniors on the Vernon Township High School lacrosse team, from left, are Kane Lynch, Dylan Bubenik, Ethan Lewis, Joe Campoli, Owen Lally, Logan Pych, Will Wesloske, Damon Greenwood, Ketchell Terzakis, Brett Burke and Ty Holden. (Photo by Pete Hagedoorn) Vikings finish with 6-12 record Be it in victory or defeat, the Vernon Township High School boys lacrosse team made a solid effort on the field during the... Sports 06 Jul 2024 | 05:25
Milena Oberle 5 win scholarships The Sparta Woman’s Club has awarded five scholarships, totaling $6,000. Three recipients attended Sparta High School: • Milena... Home 06 Jul 2024 | 12:58
Vernon Makers Market open today The Vernon Makers Market, sponsored by the Board of Recreation, will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, July 6 at Heaven... Local News 06 Jul 2024 | 05:54