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Augusta. The Sussex County Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market at the Fairgrounds will open its 2026 season June 13, featuring local farms, 4-H participants and artisan vendors selling fresh food and handmade goods.

Sussex County Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market to open season

29 May 2026 | 12:09

The market supports local farmers, 4-H participants and artisan crafters from across the region....

<b>From left, Dr. Kathleen Okay, Sr. VP of Academic and Student Affairs; Stan Kula, Executive Director of the Foundation; Theresa Pappan, Vice President of Finance; and Dr. Cory Homer, President</b>

From left, Dr. Kathleen Okay, Sr. VP of Academic and Student Affairs; Stan Kula, Executive Director of the Foundation; Theresa Pappan, Vice President of Finance; and Dr. Cory Homer, President ( Photo submitted)

SCCC renames art gallery for William S. Finch, honors $1.24M in giving

29 May 2026 | 12:02

Sussex County Community College officially renamed its campus art gallery the William S. Finch Art Gallery...

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<b>Matt Berke will facilitate the 24:7 Dads parenting program offered by Project Self-Sufficiency.</b>

Matt Berke will facilitate the 24:7 Dads parenting program offered by Project Self-Sufficiency. ( Photo: Julian Huarte)

Project Self-Sufficiency to offer parenting courses for fathers and caregivers

29 May 2026 | 11:53

Project Self-Sufficiency will offer a series of online and in-person parenting courses beginning in June,...

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First Hope Bank announces board changes, promotions

29 May 2026 | 11:38

First Hope Bank held its 114th annual shareholder meeting and reorganization meeting May 20, highlighting...

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This bumper sticker explains how some people in Vermont speak. Photo by Helen Woolger

We may speak the same language, but are we saying the same thing?

28 May 2026 | 11:59

Well, I should have seen it coming.

A couple of weeks ago when a column of mine about regional words ran...

Outdoor upgrades that add value to Sussex County NJ homes

28 May 2026 | 04:44

It’s where families gather on summer nights, where friends linger around a fire pit in the fall and where...

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Bill Hayden

Attorney seeks dismissal of tax fraud indictment against former commissioner

26 May 2026 | 11:54

The attorney for former Sussex County Commissioner Bill Hayden is expected to file a motion to dismiss...

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Augusta. The Sussex County Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market at the Fairgrounds will open its 2026 season June 13, featuring local farms, 4-H participants and artisan vendors selling fresh food and handmade goods.

Sussex County Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market to open season

SCCC renames art gallery for William S. Finch, honors $1.24M in giving

Project Self-Sufficiency to offer parenting courses for fathers and caregivers

First Hope Bank announces board changes, promotions

We may speak the same language, but are we saying the same thing?

Outdoor upgrades that add value to Sussex County NJ homes

Attorney seeks dismissal of tax fraud indictment against former commissioner

Hilltop school assembles colonial museum

Sparta VFW holds Memorial Day ceremony

Sparta hosts Memorial Day parade

Sparta track standout Little wins 100-meter title at sectional championships

Project Self-Sufficiency offering free summer office skills program for women

Memorial Day carnival comes to Skylands Stadium