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The Newton High School Marching Band performs. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Oak Ridge. Jefferson Township High School hosted its 17th annual marching band competition Saturday, bringing together 12 ensembles from throughout the region for a day of performances and competition.

Jefferson Township marching band competition draws 12 ensembles

21 Sep 2026 | 04:01

Jefferson Township High School was filled with the sights and sounds of marching bands Saturday as the school hosted its 17th annual Jefferson Township Marching Band Competition.

The competition featured 12 ensembles, including Newton, Parsippany Hills, Wayne Hills, Sparta, Morris Knolls, Vernon Township,...

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Beemerville Presbyterian Church plans annual tricky tray

21 Sep 2026 | 01:13

Beemerville Presbyterian Church will hold its annual Fun-tastic Tricky Tray at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct....

Sports

High Point soccer teams, field hockey and volleyball post wins

21 Sep 2026 | 01:03

Ilia Jijuridzes connected for four goals and an assist, August Konzel added two goals and two assists...

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<b>Katherine and Kennedy Kelly of Vernon draw.</b>

Katherine and Kennedy Kelly of Vernon draw. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Sussex Christian School hosts annual Fall Festival

21 Sep 2026 | 12:55

Sussex Christian School hosted its annual Fall Festival on Sept. 19 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds,...

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<b>Luke Pascarella of Millstone, Bobby Hunter of Monroe, Nolan Shade of Vernon and Nick Cavallero of Howell pose for a photo in costume.</b>

Luke Pascarella of Millstone, Bobby Hunter of Monroe, Nolan Shade of Vernon and Nick Cavallero of Howell pose for a photo in costume. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Mountain Creek Oktoberfest returns with German food, music and fall fun

21 Sep 2026 | 12:47

The sounds of polka music, the smell of German food and the spirit of fall will fill the grounds of Mountain...

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<b>Wesly Trezza of Vernon had his face painted.</b>

Wesly Trezza of Vernon had his face painted. ( Photo: Maria Kovic)

Vernon Street Fair returns with vendors, entertainment and family activities

21 Sep 2026 | 12:37

Vernon Township celebrated the return of its annual Street Fair , Saturday, Sept. 19, on Main Street,...

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<b>It’s that time of the year again when Sussex County residents gets creative and spooky with their Halloween displays. This display is on Route 638 in Vernon.</b>

It’s that time of the year again when Sussex County residents gets creative and spooky with their Halloween displays. This display is on Route 638 in Vernon. ( Photo: Janet Redyke)

Halloween is around the corner

21 Sep 2026 | 12:27

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Oak Ridge. Jefferson Township High School hosted its 17th annual marching band competition Saturday, bringing together 12 ensembles from throughout the region for a day of performances and competition.

Jefferson Township marching band competition draws 12 ensembles

Beemerville Presbyterian Church plans annual tricky tray

High Point soccer teams, field hockey and volleyball post wins

Sussex Christian School hosts annual Fall Festival

Mountain Creek Oktoberfest returns with German food, music and fall fun

Vernon Street Fair returns with vendors, entertainment and family activities

Halloween is around the corner

Sussex County Day brings families to fairgrounds for community celebration

History, craft groups gather for day of exhibits, talks and cemetery tour

High Point senior Anthony Longo nominated for Heart of a Giant Award

SCCC faculty art exhibition showcases creative work

SCCC launches free Skylands Speakers Bureau for community groups

Hollywood Nights brings Bob Seger tribute to Newton Theatre