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Sparta. Sparta girls volleyball returns key players and senior leadership from last season’s 15-win team as the Spartans look to compete in the NJAC American Division and make deep postseason runs.

Sparta girls volleyball enters season with high expectations

24 Aug 2026 | 12:51

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The Spartans are set to host West Morris on Thursday, Sept. 3....

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Bill McGowan performs ith other musicians. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Shepherd of the Hills hosts outdoor summer concert

24 Aug 2026 | 12:42

Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church in Sparta hosted a special outdoor summer concert Aug. 21 featuring...

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<b>Citlali and Cailtin Contreras of Hackettstown pose for a photo.</b>

Citlali and Cailtin Contreras of Hackettstown pose for a photo. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Back-to-School Fair helps area families prepare for new year

20 Aug 2026 | 03:43

Hundreds of parents and children attended a Back-to-School Fair hosted by the Journey Family Success...

Entertainment

<b>Ela Kusek of Green Township looks at Denise Sivulich's artwork.</b>

Ela Kusek of Green Township looks at Denise Sivulich's artwork. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Denise Sivulich wins 2026 People’s Choice Exhibition Award

20 Aug 2026 | 03:37

Denise Sivulich has been named the winner of the Sussex County Arts & Heritage Council’s 2026 People’s...

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Staff members at Garden Grove Preschool pose for a photo. ( Photo submitted)

Garden Grove Preschool earns Grow NJ Kids accreditation

20 Aug 2026 | 01:35

Garden Grove Preschool in Sparta has earned accreditation through Grow NJ Kids, recognizing the center’s...

Entertainment

Jake Roggenkamp ( Photo: Jake Roggenkamp)

Jake Roggenkamp to perform at Sparta Farmers Market

20 Aug 2026 | 12:49

Friday, Aug. 28

The Lafayette House, 75 Route 15, welcomes JP of PS Xperiment to the stage for a 6 p.m....

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NJ Polo will host a match at the Grayfields Polo Club to raise funds for Project Self-Sufficiency. ( Photo submitted)

Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic returns

20 Aug 2026 | 12:43

The second annual Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic will be held Sept. 12 at Grayfields Polo Club...

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Sparta. Sparta girls volleyball returns key players and senior leadership from last season’s 15-win team as the Spartans look to compete in the NJAC American Division and make deep postseason runs.

Sparta girls volleyball enters season with high expectations

Shepherd of the Hills hosts outdoor summer concert

Back-to-School Fair helps area families prepare for new year

Denise Sivulich wins 2026 People’s Choice Exhibition Award

Garden Grove Preschool earns Grow NJ Kids accreditation

Jake Roggenkamp to perform at Sparta Farmers Market

Project Self-Sufficiency Polo Classic returns

Education and precaution keys to preventing tickborne illnesses

Sparta Marching Spartans raise more than $1,100 for 2026 season

Miles for Mel raises $10,000 for breast cancer care

Cardon Raquet to perform at Lafayette House Saturday

Sussex County Farmers’ and Crafters’ Market returns

SCCC Fall applications up 10% as classes fill quickly