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<b>Rabbi Mendel Dubov speaks in front of the Menorah.</b>
Rabbi Mendel Dubov speaks in front of the Menorah. ( Photo by Maria Kovic)

Vernon. Vernon Township lit the Menorah on Dec. 15 to commemorate the first day of Hanukkah.

Vernon hosts Menorah lighting

18 Dec 2025 | 03:27
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<b>Sharon Fitch was named the Senior of the Year on Dec. 15. She's shown with Vernon Township Mayor Anthony Rossi.</b>
Sharon Fitch was named the Senior of the Year on Dec. 15. She's shown with Vernon Township Mayor Anthony Rossi. ( Photo by Maria Kovic)

Fitch named Senior of the Year

18 Dec 2025 | 03:13
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<b>Sussx County Sheriff Michael Strada, right, stands with retiring Cpl. Jason Kimble.</b>
Sussx County Sheriff Michael Strada, right, stands with retiring Cpl. Jason Kimble.

Corrections Cpl. Kimble retires after 25 years

18 Dec 2025 | 02:52

Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada announced the retirement of Cpl. Jason Kimble from the Sussex County...

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<b>The Stone Birds</b>
The Stone Birds ( Photo courtesy The Stone Birds)

Stone Birds take flight to cap off a packed weekend of live music

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Friday, Dec. 26

Blues, folk, and rock ’n’ roll fans can catch Cassidy Rain’s solo set at Lafayette House...

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Some parents are opting to give their kids flip phones, which have been seeing a resurgence over the past few years.
Some parents are opting to give their kids flip phones, which have been seeing a resurgence over the past few years. ( Photo by Becca Tucker)

Amid rising worries, parents delay the first smartphone

18 Dec 2025 | 11:00

Topping many a Christmas list this year will be – no surprise – a smartphone. But a growing number of...

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Deacon named Hometown Hero for service to veterans, youth

Deacon named Hometown Hero for service to veterans, youth

15 Dec 2025 | 04:39

Deacon Stephanie Taylor-Cucuta, a recently ordained faith leader and co-founder of the Disabled Combat...

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Metro YMCA Names Brian Sheafer COO

Metro YMCA Names Brian Sheafer COO

15 Dec 2025 | 03:23

The Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges announced the promotion of Brian Sheafer to senior vice president...



Church holds live nativity

Church holds live nativity

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Vernon council hears redevelopment plan, PILOT details

Vernon council hears redevelopment plan, PILOT details

Vernon Township Mayor Anthony Rossi outlined a proposal to redevelop an underused township property into a 27-unit residential...

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15 Dec 2025 | 01:18
Henderson records first hat trick in Vernon hockey victory

Henderson records first hat trick in Vernon hockey victory

Sophomore Joshua Henderson recorded his first career hat trick and Zach Crozier added a goal and an assist to lift the Vernon...

Sports
15 Dec 2025 | 01:06
Vikings look to build on strong postseason run

Vikings look to build on strong postseason run

The Vernon High School boys’ basketball program wants to keep their positive momentum going as another exciting regular season...

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15 Dec 2025 | 12:59
<b>Skylands Stadium hosted its annual holiday light show on Saturday.</b>
Skylands Stadium hosted its annual holiday light show on Saturday. ( Photo by Maria Kovic)

Skylands Stadium hosts light show

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15 Dec 2025 | 12:13
Winners Michael Gibson, Destiny Cerracchio and Hailey Phillips.
Winners Michael Gibson, Destiny Cerracchio and Hailey Phillips.

Fagan, Dalelio earn Best in Show at art show

The 16th annual Wallkill Invitational Art Show was held on Thursday in the E Hall Gallery at Wallkill Valley Regional High...

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