Newton recently joined other municipalities in Sussex County in hiring an in-house mechanic for fleet vehicle and DPW equipment maintenance and repair after choosing not to renew a contract with an independent repair shop. (Photo by Mandy Coriston) What’s driving mechanics away? A nationwide shortage of auto technicians is impacting our region, leading to a need for increased in-house municipal services,... Local News 27 Nov 2024 | 11:28
Byram Township Manager Joseph Sabatini and his daughter Angelica finish the New York City Marathon on Nov. 5. They had been training since March to run the 26-mile course through the five boroughs. They ran in memory of his father, who died soon after they learned that Joe had been selected through the marathon lottery. Angel qualified by raising nearly $3,400 for Think Pink Rocks, which supports breast cancer research and awareness. (Photo provided) NYC Marathon runners Local News 24 Nov 2023 | 12:21
These are renderings of the proposed municipal building, top, and police headquarters that would be built if voters approve a referendum on the Nov. 7 ballot. (Photos courtesy of Byram Township) Voters to decide on funds for new buildings The Nov. 7 ballot in Byram includes a question asking voters whether they support or oppose a bond ordinance to finance about... Local News 30 Oct 2023 | 04:42
Municipal building financing on agenda tonight The Township Committee will hold a special meeting Tuesday, Aug. 1 to introduce a $9.7 million bond ordinance to finance... Local News 01 Aug 2023 | 04:03
A body of water in Byram Township. ( Photo courtesy Byram Township Parks & Recreation) Byram earns grant for its ‘Lake and Watershed Management Program’ Byram Township is the latest Sussex County municipality to receive grant approval for a Lake and Watershed Management Program... Local News 30 Aug 2022 | 01:34
Byram Township municipal building (File photo by Vera Olinski) Byram council complains about state mismanagement and overreach The Byram Township Council expressed displeasure with the New Jersey state government at its Dec. 7 meeting, especially pension... Local News 14 Dec 2021 | 08:33
Byram Township municipal buildings (Photo by Vera Olinski) Byram gets roadwork grant but is denied loan for dog park Byram Township will receive a $190,500 roadwork grant, but was denied a CO Johnson Park improvement loan. Township manager... Local News 09 Nov 2021 | 06:52
Byram Township municipal building (Photo by Vera Olinski) Byram hires a financial advisor to show how debt will affect taxpayers The Byram council agreed to hire a financial advisor to help the township manage its debt. On Oct. 5, the council voted 4-1... Local News 14 Oct 2021 | 03:37
Byram Township municipal buildings (Photo by Vera Olinski) Auditor: Byram in a ‘good spot’ financially Township auditor Ray Sarinelli said Byram is in a “good spot” overall, even with Covid-19’s negative impact on revenue. Local News 13 Jul 2021 | 04:41
Byram Township municipal buildings (File photo by Vera Olinski) Byram to hold hearing on allowing gas company to build The Byram Township Council introduced an ordinance on July 6 allowing the New Jersey Natural Gas Company to build, maintain,... Local News 08 Jun 2021 | 06:02
Byram Township municipal buildings Byram council looks at Johnson park improvements The Byram Township Council reviewed preliminary plans to improve C.O. Johnson Park at their meeting, May 18, and authorized... Local News 25 May 2021 | 11:49
Byram Township municipal buildings Byram adopts $11.9 million budget The Byram Township Council unanimously adopted its $11.9 million municipal budget for 2021. There will be a 0.89 increase... Local News 13 Apr 2021 | 04:31
Council discusses strategic planning, sets goals The Byram Township Council discussed strategic planning and goal setting on Sept. 29, at a special meeting where each official... Local News 05 Oct 2020 | 02:19