Camille Re and her Maine Coon therapy cat Mutzzie give a therapy educational session to the Glenwood-Pochuck Volunteer Ambulance Squad. (Photos by Janet Redyke) Therapy cat warms hearts In today’s hectic world, it is comforting to know that therapy animals are available to lessen the stresses of life. Camille... Business 11 Feb 2024 | 02:24
A secret Santa has been decorating the woods along Canistear Road in Vernon as Christmas approaches. (Photo by Janet Redyke) Secret Santa? Local News 15 Dec 2023 | 05:44
Father Chris Barkhausen, pastor of St. Francis de Sales Church in Vernon, blesses Coco, a dog owned by the MacIntosh family, at the annual blessing of the animals honoring the Feast Day of St. Francis of Assisi on Saturday, Oct. 7. (Photo by Janet Redyke) Blessing of the animals in Vernon Local News 11 Oct 2023 | 09:56
The call to colors acknowledged all branches of the military. (Photos by Janet Redyke) Highland Lakes turns red, white and blue “Praise God, what a beautiful day,” said James Opfer, master of ceremonies at the annual Memorial Day ceremony sponsored... Local News 29 May 2023 | 04:13
Kathy Cafasso of the New Jersey State Fair demonstrates a storytime, focusing on healthy foods, for teachers at the workshop. (Photo by Janet Redyke) Workshop focuses on health of students Local teachers of grades preK-5 attended a workshop March 31 titled “Teachers in the Garden-Healthy Kids in the Classroom.”... Local News 14 Apr 2023 | 08:37
Teams of students use their problem-solving skills to handle the crash-dummy test. (Photos courtesy of Brian Drelick) Students compete in STEM League Challenge “The only requirements are coming with an open mind ... ready to think and collaborate.” With those words, students were invited... Home 11 Apr 2023 | 09:22
Nancy Bookbinder bought Wolfe Granite Memorials from her parents in 2002. The business was started 150 years ago. (Photos by Janet Redyke) Business marks 150 years of solemn service Established in 1873 by A.E. Wolfe as Wolfe Marble Works, the business, renamed Wolfe Granite Memorials, is celebrating its... Business 26 Mar 2023 | 09:24
Camille Re, the first certified feline behaviorist in Sussex County, holds her British Shorthair Yogi. (Photo by Janet Redyke) Feline behaviorist trains cats Camille Re’s motto: “Cats are not just pets, they’re family.” Combining that with her intense love of animals, she has become... Business 22 Mar 2023 | 07:26
Tom Lutz, owner of H&H Auto Parts, began working there when he was a student at Vernon Township High School. (Photo by Janet Redyke) H&H Auto Parts marks 50 years in business In 1973, Ward Huey Sr. and Ward Huey Jr. took the risk of a lifetime and came out on top. The father and son each took second... Business 22 Jan 2023 | 11:58
People place wreaths on the graves of veterans after the ceremony Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Northern New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Sparta. ( Photo by Chris Wyman) 300 help place wreaths at cemetery in Sparta The annual Wreaths Across America ceremony took place Saturday, Dec. 17 at the Northern New Jersey Veterans Memorial Cemetery... Local News 20 Dec 2022 | 08:51
One of the many model train displays that can be viewed at the Nov. 19 Sussex County Railroad Club Show. ( Photo by Janet Redyke) All aboard for holiday train display This Saturday November 19, the Prince of Peace Lutheran Church on Route 94 in Hamburg is hosting a triple holiday event from... Local News 15 Nov 2022 | 12:51
Dan, a member of Wallkill Valley VFW collects much needed funds for the organization outside the post on Veterans Day. ( PHOTO BY JANET REDYKE) Local veterans compete in ruck march “The land of the free because of the brave.” That quote is spot-on when thinking of Veterans Day. On Friday Nov. 11, the Wallkill... Local News 14 Nov 2022 | 04:26
Professor James Judge stirred a Sussex County Library zoom audience with ghostly folklore and stories. ( Photo by Janet Redyke) New Jersey’s got ghosts As we celebrated All Hallows Eve or Halloween, we were inundated with everything from spooky decorations, movies and most... Entertainment 27 Oct 2022 | 12:19
All types and colors of yarn can be donated to the Vernon Township Woman’s Club, in turn, the yarn is transformed into comfort for many. ( Photo by Janet Redyke) Vernon Woman’s Club knitting for the holidays As the days cool down and the winter and holiday seasons approach, the members of the Vernon Township Woman’s Club are busily... Entertainment 17 Oct 2022 | 04:50
Fr. Chris blesses four month old Coquito, meaning Little Coconut, family pet of the Feliciano family. ( Photos by Janet Redyke) Vernon. Blessing our precious friends Local News 11 Oct 2022 | 11:31
