Hundreds of fighters, fencers, archers and throwers take part in the 100 Minutes War on Nov. 23 at Camp Sacajawea in Sparta. (Photos by Maria Kovic) Re-enactors show off skills in battle While many people were making Thanksgiving preparations or getting a start on their Christmas shopping, more than 500 people... Local News 30 Dec 2024 | 05:29
Newton's Caitlyn Pokrywa (30) is fouled by Sussex Tech's Emily Ursin (10) during a shot attempt in the first half of their game Dec. 19. Newton won, 49-20. (Photos by George Leroy Hunter) Sussex Tech wins tournament Senior guard Brian Gruber scored a career-high 32 points and Kayden Osterhoudt added 10 points to pace the Sussex County... Sports 28 Dec 2024 | 08:48
Matthew Stenderowicz, Vincent Notarnicola and Andrew Wilson on a recent backpacking trip on the Appalachian Trail. (Photos provided) 7 in Troop 95 become Eagle Scouts Seven members of BSA Troop 95 of Sparta earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2024. Eagle Scout is the highest honor in Scouting.... Local News 27 Dec 2024 | 08:18
Balcony overlooking Lake Mohawk This stately two-bedroom, two-bath original Arthur D. Crane lake-style home was built in 1931 and possesses all the home... Business 26 Dec 2024 | 11:14
Menorah lighting tonight in Vernon A Hanukkah Celebration of Lights is planned at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 26 at the Vernon Township Fire Department, County Road... Home 26 Dec 2024 | 07:40
Residents gather at Frankie’s Christmas Spectacular on Dec. 15 at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #7248 in Sparta. The event collected toys for patients at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Ronald McDonald House. (Photo by Maria Kovic) Photos: Frankie’s Christmas Spectacular Local News 23 Dec 2024 | 05:16
35 Signal Hill Trail, Sparta, winner of the township Parks & Recreation home-decorating contest. (Photos by Nancy Madacsi) Photos: Deck the eaves, lawn and more Local News 23 Dec 2024 | 05:14
Spartans aim to improve from last year The Sparta High School girls basketball team (1-2) aims “to improve on last year’s 8-18 record and compete for the Northwest... Sports 22 Dec 2024 | 02:20
Spartans beat Mount Olive, 66-23 Molly Chapman collected 15 points, eight rebounds, five steals, four assists and one block to power the Sparta High School... Sports 22 Dec 2024 | 01:50
Art student Giselle Faria’s drawing of a New Jersey diner was chosen to be put on an ornament. Art students design ornaments for state tree Sparta High School art students and members of the National Art Honor Society helped decorate the New Jersey state tree this... Local News 20 Dec 2024 | 11:42
Gorgeous townhouse for sale This lovely townhouse is in a prime spot, only a short walk to the iconic Lake Mohawk boardwalk and plaza. It has three bedrooms... Business 19 Dec 2024 | 07:31
How to help: Earth Angels donations sought • Project Self-Sufficiency is seeking monetary donations and gift cards to local stores to be distributed to senior citizens... Local News 18 Dec 2024 | 05:07
A toy collection train arrives Saturday, Dec. 14 in Vernon. The train also stopped in Sparta and Newfoundland. (Photo by Maria Kovic) Operation Toy Train sets records Operation Toy Train collected 44,191 toys this year - the most it has collected in a single season in its 16 years. The 21,749... Home 17 Dec 2024 | 06:23
A volunteer places a wreath on a grave Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Northern New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Sparta. (Photo by Maria Kovic) Photos: Wreaths Across America Home 17 Dec 2024 | 06:21
Linda Brady Our beloved wife, mother, sister and dear friend Linda Hornish Brady passed away peacefully in her sleep on Oct. 23, 2024.... Obituaries 16 Dec 2024 | 05:41
