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<b>Sophomore Melodie Guzik-Upchurch placed 4th overall in the state at her weight class in wrestling.</b>

Sophomore Melodie Guzik-Upchurch placed 4th overall in the state at her weight class in wrestling. ( Photo submitted)

Vernon. Vernon Township High School athletes and coaches earned recognition this season, highlighted by coaching honors for John Loggie, milestone achievements by Monica Curry and True DiGuiseppe, and standout performances from Elizabeth Peek and Melodie Guzik-Upchurch.

Vernon athletes, coach honored.

02 Apr 2026 | 04:08

Sports

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<b>Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada stands with Kenneth Farber, recently promoted to Sergeant.</b>

Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada stands with Kenneth Farber, recently promoted to Sergeant. ( Photo submitted)

Sussex County Sheriff’s Office promotes Kenneth Farber to sergeant

02 Apr 2026 | 04:02

Sussex County Sheriff’s Office has promoted Cpl. Kenneth Farber to the rank of sergeant, Sheriff Michael...

Entertainment

Pink Talking Fish ( Photo: Ron Adelberg Photography)

Pink Talking Fish headlines packed week of live music

02 Apr 2026 | 03:53

Friday, April 10

Start your evening at 6 p.m. with a set by Ciro Patti at the Lafayette House, 75 Route...

Local News

<b>The Sussex County Commissioners issued a proclamation in support of Take Down Tobacco.</b>

The Sussex County Commissioners issued a proclamation in support of Take Down Tobacco. ( Photo submitted)

Commissioners recognizes MS awareness, anti-tobacco initiatives

02 Apr 2026 | 03:39

The Sussex County Board of County Commissioners recognized two public health initiatives during its March...

Entertainment

<b>Deb D’Anne and her rescue Scooter in her Middleville studio</b>

Deb D’Anne and her rescue Scooter in her Middleville studio ( Photo submitted)

Musicians unite to raise funds for OSCAR

02 Apr 2026 | 03:26

A benefit for One Step Closer Animal Rescue organized by local musicians will fill The Fountain House...

Features

Home and Garden 2026

02 Apr 2026 | 03:04

Ready, set, spring: 5 smart early-season yard tips

Here’s how to recycle those old laptops, iPhones and...

Entertainment

SCCC Film seeks independent film submissions

27 Mar 2026 | 11:22

For the third consecutive year, Sussex County Community College is inviting local, regional and international...

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Vernon. Vernon Township High School athletes and coaches earned recognition this season, highlighted by coaching honors for John Loggie, milestone achievements by Monica Curry and True DiGuiseppe, and standout performances from Elizabeth Peek and Melodie Guzik-Upchurch.

Vernon athletes, coach honored.

Sussex County Sheriff’s Office promotes Kenneth Farber to sergeant

Pink Talking Fish headlines packed week of live music

Commissioners recognizes MS awareness, anti-tobacco initiatives

Musicians unite to raise funds for OSCAR

Home and Garden 2026

SCCC Film seeks independent film submissions

New Jersey club sports provide the extra mile - and then some - for young athletes

Budget discussions begin in Vernon

Vernon school board earns state certification for governance excellence

Beemerville church hosts Easter egg hunt

Jefferson tops Vernon in boys’ volleyball

Wantage children hunt for Easter eggs