Sussex County History Today: A View of our Past In this column we have been describing the rich history available in Sussex County. Are you thinking of looking into the... Columns 05 Jun 2026 | 10:56
John Giordano John “Jack” Giordano of Morristown, NJ, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 15, 2026. Jack was an incredible... Obituaries 22 May 2026 | 01:45
These postcard shows the reception of George Washington as he crosses the Trenton Bridge. ( Image: Smithsonian American Art Museum) Sussex County History Today: The Ladies of Trenton During the American Revolutionary War, everyone played a part. Men carried on patriotic activity, whether military, political,... Columns 06 Apr 2026 | 11:16
Marie D’Anna Marie D’Anna, a loving mother, cherished sister, devoted nurse and vibrant spirit, 54, of Stillwater, passed away on Friday,... Obituaries 30 Mar 2026 | 02:50
A view of Continental Troops encamped on the property of Lewis Morris, III, in Hardyston N.J. Sussex County History Today: Ecampment In our journey through the Revolutionary War, during this Semiquincentennial year, we might want to realize a few things... Columns 23 Mar 2026 | 10:12
Simon Wade, subsistence farming with family; using period plough with wooden beam and iron share. Sussex County History Today: Simon Wade Simon Wade was a local Patriot. He was a member of the Second Sussex Regiment. During the Revolutionary War Simon served... Columns 13 Mar 2026 | 12:35
Local college athletes continue strong winter seasons Here is another look at local college student athletes who are competing with pride and dedication this winter season. Ahjionae... Sports 27 Feb 2026 | 02:59
George Lightcap of Hardyston looks at artwork. ( Photo: Maria Kovic) Arts & Heritage Council celebrates anniversary Local News 25 Jan 2026 | 03:31
Sussex County History Today: Christmas during the war Warmth, family, and comfort. This is what we look forward to during this time of the year. This has not always been the case,... Columns 15 Dec 2025 | 03:38
Conetta makes 30 saves in Pope John hockey win Marcell Buki scored twice and Anthony Conetta turned in a 30-save shutout performance in his return in goal as the Pope John... Sports 15 Dec 2025 | 02:06
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: Daniel Talmadge and Nathaniel Wade During this prelude to the actual 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence we are looking at some... Columns 07 Nov 2025 | 12:48
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
Constance Giordano Constance Giordano of Morristown passed away peacefully on Aug. 23, 2025. Connie was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother,... Obituaries 31 Aug 2025 | 06:07
The gravestone of Revolutionary War veteran Theodorus Polhemus in the Old Newton Cemetery is decorated as part of Wreaths Across America in December 2018. The gravestone was erected in October 2018 as part of a joint effort of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Sussex County Historical Society and Old Newton Cemetery Committee to locate and mark previously unmarked graves. Polhemus was born in Haverstraw, N.Y., and served as a corporal in the Orange County, N.Y., militia. He died in Newton in 1820. (Photo by Mandy Coriston) 250th celebration begins The signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, gave the United States its official birthday, but that seminal... Local News 17 Apr 2025 | 11:19
