A 1960s view of the Lodge at Great Gorge. Photo provided. Sussex County History Today: Ski Country As the calendar flips to display December, the weather inevitably turns to the cold of winter. One of the first thoughts... Letters to the Editor 28 Nov 2022 | 01:22
State Assemblyman Hal Wirths speaks as U.S. Rep. Josh Gottheimer, left, Vernon Township Council President Harry Shortway and Mayor Howard Burrell look on during a visit to the Silver Spruce Dr. dump site. Wirths announced recently that he will retire at the end of his term. ( PHOTO: MIKE ZUMMO) Wirths to retire at end of term Assemblyman Hal Wirths ), the Assembly Republican Budget Officer, announced today that he will not be a candidate for re-election... Local News 18 Nov 2022 | 12:33
Professor James Judge stirred a Sussex County Library zoom audience with ghostly folklore and stories. ( Photo by Janet Redyke) New Jersey’s got ghosts As we celebrated All Hallows Eve or Halloween, we were inundated with everything from spooky decorations, movies and most... Entertainment 27 Oct 2022 | 12:19
Vernon sex education debate A small crowd attended the September 8, 2022, meeting of the Vernon Township Board of Education, where the “new” health education... Letters to the Editor 20 Sep 2022 | 02:42
Vernon Vikings varsity field hockey team, 2022. Vernon Vikings eye more field hockey accolades this fall The Vernon High School field hockey team, under the guidance of head coach Kieran Killeen, has earned its share of success... Sports 19 Sep 2022 | 03:26
Mountain Creek announces 38th annual Oktoberfest Mountain Creek Resort will be celebrating its 38th annual “Oktoberfest” on the weekend of September 17 and 18, from 12 to... Entertainment 12 Sep 2022 | 03:42
Wawayanda State Park ( Photo courtesy Bill Truran) Sussex County History Today: Wawayanda State Park Summer is a wonderful time of year in Sussex County. It is a time to leave the house and enjoy the outdoors. With the warm... Columns 30 Aug 2022 | 10:43
Government PPP loans I just wanted to take one minute to point out all the local Vernon loans forgiven under the pay check protection program.... Letters to the Editor 30 Aug 2022 | 10:23
During a game from the 2019 season, Vernon running back John Rosado moved the ball forward with Sparta defenders in hot pursuit. ( George Leroy Hunter / George Leroy Hunter) Vernon Vikings get ready for a fight Because of their dedication to the sport and their knowledge that a very challenging regular season schedule awaits them,... Sports 22 Aug 2022 | 04:41
2022 Sussex County Senior of the Year Peg Behnke. Peg Behnke named Sussex County Senior of the Year Highland Lakes resident Peg Behnke was recognized as the 2022 Sussex County Senior of the Year for her work at Harvest House... Local News 19 Aug 2022 | 02:52
ORIGINAL - What special education services are available at a school near you? “Alex is thriving because of Vernon’s Special Education program. It’s a collaboration between parent and school,” Anna Colon*... Back to School 14 Aug 2022 | 11:50
Sean and Kim of the Franklin ShopRite register blood donors at the drive on August 8. ( Photo by Janet Redyke) Urgent blood donation need continues At a recent blood drive sponsored by the Franklin ShopRite, associate Sean was heard making an announcement over the store’s... Local News 11 Aug 2022 | 11:23
A scavenging black bear eats garbage out of a stolen trash bag. Bears and garbage Regarding your article “The bare bones about bear encounters” in your July 14-20, 2022, edition, yes, it is popular opinion... Letters to the Editor 01 Aug 2022 | 02:19
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
Encourage adequate sex education As a lifelong resident of Vernon, I remember having comprehensive health education classes in the early 2000s. As a mom of... Letters to the Editor 26 Jul 2022 | 12:04
