DAR chapter to honor local volunteers, student leaders The Chinkchewunska Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host its 30th annual community awards luncheon... Local News 02 Feb 2026 | 11:26
Sussex County History Today: Morris: The Least Signer of the Declaration of Independence Now Bill, are you saying that you have come out with yet another book? Yes. I have come out with 5 books over, basically,... Columns 30 Jan 2026 | 12:52
Scott R. Dutton Scott R. Dutton, 59, of Newton, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026, at Warren Haven Rehabilitation and Nursing Center... Obituaries 22 Jan 2026 | 03:47
Richard Martin Richard L. Martin, Jr. of Augusta died, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026, at home after a brief illness. He was 93 years old. Mr. Martin... Obituaries 22 Jan 2026 | 03:41
An illustration of Major Meeker as he rides on horseback and hails men to follow him. Militiamen note his enthusiasm and gather to respond to his call. Sussex County History Today: Major Samuel Meeker During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 09 Jan 2026 | 11:57
An illustration of the captured Patriot Stephen Haines taken, as a prisoner, to the Rhinelander Sugar House which the British are said to have used as a prison. Sussex County History Today: Stephen Haines II During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 05 Jan 2026 | 10:58
An illustration of Pastor Constant Hart with the Baptists of Wantage and Hardyston coming to a log meeting house. He is shown with a horse, as clergy in the wilderness were often itinerant—traveling from village to village to deliver their sermons. Sussex County History Today: Pastor Constant Hart During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 26 Dec 2025 | 02:12
An illustration Lord Stirling, depicting him with his “iron” mine (really a mix of zinc, iron, and manganese) behind him, the Wallkill River with an iron forge along it, and an example of his creation of beacon fires along the mountains to warn of enemy troop movements. Sussex County History Today: Lord Stirling During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 01 Dec 2025 | 12:10
America’s Game 250th Anniversary The Army versus Navy Academies football game, A December season ending battle for yearly fame. In competitive sport to unite... Letters to the Editor 01 Dec 2025 | 12:02
Attached image: “An illustration of the Marquis de Lafayette with escort riders foraging for food for the horses of the Continental Army while they were encamped at Morristown.” (AI rendered on data by Bill Truran and he endorses it as historically representative) Sussex County History Today: Marquis de Lafayette During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 21 Nov 2025 | 12:18
Sussex County History Today: Thomas Anderson During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 04 Nov 2025 | 11:37
Sussex County History Today: Dr. Lt. Col. Benjamin Tusten During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 24 Oct 2025 | 02:05
Historical society plans 225th township anniversary celebrations The Byram Township Historical Society knows how to plan a birthday party, and they’re even starting early! Festivities for... Entertainment 08 Nov 2022 | 04:26
Franklinite: Thank the kids for making it the state metal We are witness to history in the making for Sussex County, New Jersey. Franklinite, from the Franklin area, may become the... Columns 24 Oct 2022 | 11:47
Fredon mayor enters Congressional race John P. Flora, the mayor of Fredon Township filed his nominating petition on April 5 to run in June 7 Republican Primary... Letters to the Editor 18 Apr 2022 | 02:37
